Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Pathfinder | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 103.9 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 187.6 in | 177.7 in | 9.9 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 69.7 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 57.2 in | 15.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4373 lb. | 3548 lb. | 825 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.9 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.2 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 53.7 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.6 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.1 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 54.1 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 50.7 in | 6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 34.4 in | -0.2 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) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 28.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -10.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.2 ft3 | 27.4 | 21.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.2 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
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 |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |