Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Ford Flex | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@5600 395 Nm@4000 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 kW@5500 475 Nm@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,995 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,765 mm | 5,138 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,839 mm | 1,717 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,984 kg | 2,195 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 73 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,013 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,483 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,463 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 869 mm | 1,125 mm | 868 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 983 mm | -51 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,450 mm | 1,290 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,118 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 714 mm | 848 mm | -134 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,659 mm (over 3 rows) | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 467 L | 549 L | -82 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,393 L | 1,274 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,243 L | 2,455 L | 0 L |
2006 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
everything see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review |
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review |