Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 118.9 in | -12.6 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 203.7 in | -25 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 78.5 in | -5.7 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 69.9 in | 5 in |
Curb Weight | 4143 lb. | 4844 lb. | -701 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.4 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 61.5 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.0 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.4 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 61.0 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 57.8 in | -11.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.8 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -34.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 70.3 ft3 | -35.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 116.3 ft3 | -50.6 ft3 |
2011 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2017 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |