Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | 4WD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 113.7 in | -1.5 in |
Length | 192.3 in | 193.4 in | -1.1 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.7 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 72.8 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 5020 lb. | 4706 lb. | 314 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.0 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.4 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.4 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 58.9 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 55.5 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 36.9 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 37.4 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 53.1 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.0 in | 45.3 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 34.9 in | -6.8 in |
Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -9.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
2008 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |