Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
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 | 2,850 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,884 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,829 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,277 kg | 2,135 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 85 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,483 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,463 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 869 mm | 937 mm | -68 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 950 mm | -18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,450 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,118 mm | 1,151 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 714 mm | 886 mm | -172 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,659 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 467 L | 385 L | 82 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,393 L | 1,243 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,243 L | 2,370 L | 0 L |
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 |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |