Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Ford Taurus X | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.9 in | -6.6 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 200.3 in | -21.6 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 74.9 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 67.4 in | 7.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4143 lb. | 4204 lb. | -61 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.5 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.2 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.8 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.4 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 57.9 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 56.4 in | -10.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 39.8 in | -5.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 47.4 ft3 | -12.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -19.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Nissan Xterra.
2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |