Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,619 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,539 mm | 4,437 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,902 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,889 kg | 1,601 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 62 L | 18 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 996 mm | 2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,481 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,171 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 874 mm | 904 mm | -30 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 997 L | 827 L | 170 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,860 L | 1,877 L | 0 L |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2011 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review |
2011 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |