Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6400 240 lb-ft@4400 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 121.2 in | -7 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 202.5 in | -5.3 in |
Width | 77.2 in | 76.9 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 69.6 in | 68.9 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4149 lb. | 4621 lb. | -472 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 39.8 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.7 in | 63.0 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 0.0 in | 56.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.6 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.2 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.4 in | 64.7 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 0.0 in | 56.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 36.3 in | 5.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 37.9 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 62.0 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 0.0 in | 42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.7 in | 31.8 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 114.7 in (over 3 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -16.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.8 ft3 | 83.0 ft3 | -35.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.8 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -61.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder.
2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |