Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Lexus ES | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.1 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 191.1 in | -12.4 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 71.3 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 57.3 in | 17.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4150 lb. | 3472 lb. | 678 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 37.6 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.8 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.5 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.2 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.9 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 55.8 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 55.5 in | -9.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 35.6 in | -1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 | 20.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 | 51.2 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 |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable seats. see full Lexus ES review |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES review |