Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 109.2 in | 3 in |
Length | 192.3 in | 190.9 in | 1.4 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 78.5 in | -5.7 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 71.0 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 4446 lb. | 4506 lb. | -60 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 61.5 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 58.6 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 62.2 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 56.9 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 38.5 in | -4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 38.2 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 58.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.0 in | 48.4 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 32.1 in | -4 in |
Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | -7.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | -7.8 ft3 |
2012 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Adults will easily fit in both back rows if the second row is adjusted midway through its travel, but they won't be very comfortable. Total legroom for all three rows is a generous 114.7 inches, 3.4 more than in the larger GMC Acadia. But as in the Acadia, the second row seat is too low to provide adults with proper thigh support. The Ford Flex is the champ in this area, while the new Santa Fe also puts in a strong showing. The seat cushion itself feels more substantial than that in the Acadia, but the GMC can fit three people in the third row (as can the Pilot). Only two can sit back there in the Pathfinder. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.
2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
It is absolutely the right size for our needs. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Large leg room. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
3rd row passengers had enough room to sit comfortably. see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
all 8 are comfortable. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
no captains chairs like in Odyssey see full Honda Pilot review |