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Nissan Xterra (2006) vs. Jeep Patriot (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Nissan Xterra and 2009 Jeep Patriot specs.

2006 Nissan Xterra and 2009 Jeep Patriot Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
Model Nissan Xterra Jeep Patriot  
Engine 4.0L V6
DOHC-4v
265 hp@5600
284 lb-ft@4000
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
172 hp@6000
165 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable CVT  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 103.7 in 2.6 in
Length 178.7 in 173.6 in 5.1 in
Width 72.8 in 69.1 in 3.7 in
Height 74.9 in 64.4 in 10.5 in
Curb Weight 4165 lb. 3333 lb. 832 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 13.6 gal. 7.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.9 in 41.0 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 54.6 in 3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.9 in 52.3 in 3.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 40.6 in 1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 39.3 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.3 in 54.0 in 4.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.1 in 51.0 in -4.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.4 in 39.4 in -5 in
Total Legroom 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 80 in (over 2 rows) -3.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.2 ft3 23.0 ft3 12.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 65.7 ft3 54.2 ft3 11.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Nissan Xterra

2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Jeep Patriot

2009 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
lots of legroom see full Jeep Patriot review
2009 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
tall driver 6" 6" many other vehicles simply undriveable see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Plenty of head/leg room; vehicle definitely feels larger on the inside than it looks from the outside. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
The front seats are simply comfortable; the back seats not so much. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD
Adults will find the back seats of the Patriot comfortable. Let a kid sit in the middle. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
lot of front room see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Its comfortable on long trips see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Plenty of space for taller people. Not cramped like most compact SUVs. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Support, not hard, just plain comfortable see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Supportive and roomy. I can drive for hours without fatigue. see full Jeep Patriot review
2009 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD
Slim on the rear seat room. see full Jeep Patriot review
2008 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Seat is a little high hard back there, and front seat backs have no pockets. see full Jeep Patriot review
 
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