Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Hyundai Tucson | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 103.5 in | 8.7 in |
Length | 187.6 in | 170.3 in | 17.3 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 70.7 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 66.1 in | 6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4373 lb. | 3548 lb. | 825 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.3 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.6 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 52.4 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.1 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.8 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 56.3 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 51.2 in | 6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 37.2 in | -3 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) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 25.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 22.7 ft3 | -6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 22.7 | 26.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 65.5 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 |
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 |
2009 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are very comfortable. The seat molds around you so it gives great support. see full Hyundai Tucson review |