Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 184.1 in | -5.4 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 74.4 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 67.9 in | 7 in |
Curb Weight | 4165 lb. | 4022 lb. | 143 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.5 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.8 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.6 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.6 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 58.6 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 55.0 in | -8.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 36.8 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.8 in | -34.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.6 in | -44.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -33.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 25.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 34.2 ft3 | 1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2007 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 |
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It has leather seats with electric adjustment, so I can get a good seating position. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |