Model Year | 2012 | 2017 | |
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 | 4143 lb. | 4633 lb. | -490 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Xterra.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Explorer.