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2009 Nissan Pathfinder and 2006 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Hyundai Sonata | |
| Engine | 5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | 4WD w/low range | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 107.4 in | 4.8 in |
| Length | 192.3 in | 188.9 in | 3.4 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 72.1 in | 0.7 in |
| Height | 72.0 in | 58.0 in | 14 in |
| Curb Weight | 5020 lb. | 3458 lb. | 1562 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.1 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.4 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.5 in | 0 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.2 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 56.9 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 55.3 in | 2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 37.4 in | -3.2 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) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 23.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 16.3 | 32.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Hyundai Sonata
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Other sedans I have owned always left something to be desired in the back seat. Not the Sonata. With so much rear space you really feel like you are in a full sized car! Plus being a big guy has always cramped my rear passengers until now! see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Has lumbar back comfort see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 300 pounds and over 6 feet tall. This is the first car that I have owned in years that allows me to make a five - six hour drive in comfort, without the need to stop and stretch. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good knee and legroom, airy spacious feeling cabin. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
could use some more adjustments on the drivers seat see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not as supportive as say the Accord seats see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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