| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | |
| Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Ford Taurus X | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6400 240 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 112.9 in | 1.3 in |
| Length | 197.2 in | 200.3 in | -3.1 in |
| Width | 77.2 in | 74.9 in | 2.3 in |
| Height | 69.6 in | 67.4 in | 2.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4149 lb. | 4033 lb. | 116 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 39.4 in | 2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.7 in | 58.5 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 55.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.4 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.4 in | 57.9 in | 2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 56.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 39.8 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 38.5 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 50.6 in | 6.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 46.0 in | -4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 30.7 in | 33.6 in | -2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.7 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 0.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.8 ft3 | 47.4 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.8 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder.
| 2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |