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2006 Nissan Pathfinder and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 126.6 in | -14.4 in |
| Length | 187.6 in | 203.0 in | -15.4 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 75.7 in | -2.9 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 65.4 in | 7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4373 lb. | 4629 lb. | -256 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 60.3 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 39.8 in | 2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 40.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 59.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 0.0 in | 57.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 36.2 in | -2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 37.2 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 52.8 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.0 in | 0.0 in | 44 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 32.4 in | -4.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -3.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 42.2 ft3 | 7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -5.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
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