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Nissan Xterra (2006) vs. Toyota Highlander (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Nissan Xterra and 2010 Toyota Highlander specs.

2006 Nissan Xterra and 2010 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2006 2010  
Model Nissan Xterra Toyota Highlander  
Engine 4.0L V6
DOHC-4v
265 hp@5600
284 lb-ft@4000
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 109.8 in -3.5 in
Length 178.7 in 188.4 in -9.7 in
Width 72.8 in 75.2 in -2.4 in
Height 74.9 in 68.1 in 6.8 in
Curb Weight 4165 lb. 4178 lb. -13 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 19.2 gal. 1.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.9 in 40.6 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 59.7 in -1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.9 in 56.7 in -0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 43.2 in -0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 40.1 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.3 in 59.5 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.1 in 56.5 in -10.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.4 in 38.3 in -3.9 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 36.3 in -36.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 55.0 in -55 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 42.3 in -42.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 29.2 in -29.2 in
Total Legroom 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 110.7 in (over 3 rows) -33.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.2 ft3 10.3 ft3 24.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 35.2 42.3 ft3 -7.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 65.7 ft3 95.4 ft3 -29.7 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 2010 Toyota Highlander

2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid
CVT AWD
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review
 
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