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Nissan Pathfinder (2012) vs. Toyota Highlander (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder and 2011 Toyota Highlander specs.

2012 Nissan Pathfinder and 2011 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2012 2011  
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
 
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

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder

2012 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Adults will easily fit in both back rows if the second row is adjusted midway through its travel, but they won't be very comfortable. Total legroom for all three rows is a generous 114.7 inches, 3.4 more than in the larger GMC Acadia. But as in the Acadia, the second row seat is too low to provide adults with proper thigh support. The Ford Flex is the champ in this area, while the new Santa Fe also puts in a strong showing. The seat cushion itself feels more substantial than that in the Acadia, but the GMC can fit three people in the third row (as can the Pilot). Only two can sit back there in the Pathfinder. see full Nissan Pathfinder review
 

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2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2010 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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