Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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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 | 112.6 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 198.3 in | -19.6 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 78.9 in | -6.1 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 70.0 in | 4.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4165 lb. | 4633 lb. | -468 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.6 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 41.4 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 61.5 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 57.3 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.6 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 40.6 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 61.0 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 56.8 in | -10.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 39.5 in | -5.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.3 in | -33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | -36.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 43.9 ft3 | -8.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 | -16 ft3 |
2009 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 |
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