Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 244 hp@5600 240 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 188.0 in | -9.3 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 77.5 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 70.1 in | 4.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4143 lb. | 4453 lb. | -310 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 20.4 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 41.9 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 61.6 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 57.5 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 40.1 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 61.4 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 56.6 in | -10.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 37.4 in | -3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.6 in | -38.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 59.7 in | -59.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.0 in | -49 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.2 in | -30.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -32.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 47.6 ft3 | -12.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 87.6 ft3 | -21.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Xterra.
2008 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Large leg room. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
It is absolutely the right size for our needs. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
all 8 are comfortable. see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
3rd row passengers had enough room to sit comfortably. see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Pilot had third row seats. The Egde did not not. see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Fits my tall kids; reclines and slides forward or back. see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
very comfortable and lumbar adjustment work see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
no captains chairs like in Odyssey see full Honda Pilot review |