Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | 4WD, part-time w/low range | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 106.3 in | 5.9 in |
Length | 192.3 in | 178.7 in | 13.6 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 72.8 in | 0 in |
Height | 72.0 in | 74.9 in | -2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4665 lb. | 4376 lb. | 289 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.9 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.9 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.4 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.3 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 58.3 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 46.1 in | 11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 34.4 in | -0.2 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) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 27.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -18.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 35.2 | 14 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |