Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 109.2 in | -2.9 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 191.4 in | -12.7 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 78.5 in | -5.7 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 71.0 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4165 lb. | 4497 lb. | -332 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.0 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 61.5 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.6 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.8 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 62.2 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 56.9 in | -10.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 38.5 in | -4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.9 in | -58.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.4 in | -48.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.1 in | -32.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | -35.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 47.7 ft3 | -12.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | -21.3 ft3 |
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 |
2012 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
This is a very comfortable vehicle for long road trips. The seats are spacious, supportive, and the driving position is good. see full Honda Pilot review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Very comfortable rear seats and climate controls, even for tall people. see full Honda Pilot review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Roomy and very adjustable. see full Honda Pilot review |
2012 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat did not go back far enough for a very tall person, headroom was good, head rest pushes your head forward which is horrible. Passenger seat has a glove box near ankles which hits your shins. I guess they used midgets to design the car. see full Honda Pilot review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
I actually thought the limited edition of the pilot had a nice leather seats and I liked the position of the video screen. The only part that bothered me was access to the third row was circus like. see full Honda Pilot review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
This seat was not made for long distance driving. The armrest on the door feels cushy, but after a couple of hours your elbow is pretty much on hard plastic. see full Honda Pilot review |