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 | 2,850 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,884 mm | 4,539 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,829 mm | 1,902 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,116 kg | 1,985 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 80 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,483 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,463 mm | 1,171 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 869 mm | 874 mm | -5 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 0 mm | 932 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,450 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,118 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 714 mm | 0 mm | 714 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,659 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 467 L | 997 L | -530 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,393 L | 35.2 | -34.2 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,243 L | 1,860 L | 1 L |
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 |