Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,539 mm | 4,676 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,890 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,902 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,882 kg | 1,839 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 68 L | 12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 1,006 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,481 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,171 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 874 mm | 935 mm | -61 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 997 L | 968 L | 29 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,860 L | 2,214 L | -1 L |
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 |
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
Seats are comfortable for my wife and myself, with more than adequate room, 3 people fit easily in the back. They have good foot room too. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
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 |
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |