Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.7 in | -7.4 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 193.4 in | -14.7 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.7 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 72.8 in | 2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4165 lb. | 4531 lb. | -366 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.0 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.4 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.4 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.7 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 58.9 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 55.5 in | -9.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.9 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 43.9 ft3 | -8.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -18 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |