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2009 Nissan Pathfinder and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 198 kW@5600 395 Nm@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,884 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,849 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,829 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,017 kg | 1,935 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 73 L | 7 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,483 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,463 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 869 mm | 973 mm | -104 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 922 mm | 10 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,450 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,118 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 714 mm | 742 mm | -28 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,659 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 467 L | 292 L | 175 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,393 L | 1,198 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,243 L | 2,701 L | 0 L |
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 2012 Toyota Highlander
| 2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
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