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2006 Nissan Pathfinder and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
| Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 102.5 in | 9.7 in |
| Length | 187.6 in | 174.5 in | 13.1 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 71.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 65.6 in | 6.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4373 lb. | 3591 lb. | 782 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.8 gal. | 4.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.1 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.2 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.1 in | 2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 39.0 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 55.0 in | 3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 0.0 in | 57.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 35.8 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 0.0 in | 36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 0.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.0 in | 0.0 in | 44 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 0.0 in | 28.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 28.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -7.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 23.8 | 25.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | 23.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
| 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
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