| Model Year | 2023 | 2008 | |
| Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 284 hp@6400 259 lb-ft@4800 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 113.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Length | 197.7 in | 193.4 in | 4.3 in |
| Width | 77.9 in | 73.7 in | 4.2 in |
| Height | 69.7 in | 72.8 in | -3.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4469 lb. | 4706 lb. | -237 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 39.8 in | 2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.8 in | 59.0 in | 1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.4 in | 2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.3 in | 42.4 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.7 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 58.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 55.5 in | 0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 36.9 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 37.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.4 in | 53.1 in | 5.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 46.7 in | 45.3 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 28.0 in | 34.9 in | -6.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 107.8 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -6.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.5 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -3.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder.
| 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 |