Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6400 240 lb-ft@4400 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 101.5 in | 12.7 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 179.3 in | 17.9 in |
Width | 77.2 in | 70.1 in | 7.1 in |
Height | 69.6 in | 59.2 in | 10.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4149 lb. | 3228 lb. | 921 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 38.4 in | 3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.7 in | 54.8 in | 5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 0.0 in | 56.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.1 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.1 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.4 in | 53.1 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 0.0 in | 56.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 35.5 in | 6.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 0.0 in | 57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 0.0 in | 42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.7 in | 0.0 in | 30.7 in |
Total Legroom | 114.7 in (over 3 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 38.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -16.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.8 ft3 | 32.8 | 15 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.8 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 |
2014 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder.
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |