| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
| Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Ford Fusion | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 107.4 in | 4.8 in |
| Length | 192.3 in | 190.6 in | 1.7 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 72.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Height | 72.0 in | 56.9 in | 15.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4446 lb. | 3285 lb. | 1161 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.4 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 54.0 in | 1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 37.8 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 56.5 in | 1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 53.3 in | 4.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 37.1 in | -2.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 0.0 in | 36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 0.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.0 in | 0.0 in | 44 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 0.0 in | 28.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 25.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 16.5 | 32.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 62.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder.
| 2010 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2010 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Limited legroom. see full Ford Fusion review |