Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 198 kW@5600 385 Nm@4000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 160 kW@5600 301 Nm@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,539 mm | 4,689 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,902 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,889 kg | 1,785 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 72 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 1,011 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,481 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,171 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 874 mm | 925 mm | -51 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 820 mm | -820 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,351 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,011 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 767 mm | -767 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 997 L | 297 L | 700 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 1,124 L | 34.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,860 L | 2,282 L | -1 L |
2006 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 |
2006 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 |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |