Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.9 in | -7.6 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 188.8 in | -10.1 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 76.4 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 68.2 in | 6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4165 lb. | 4711 lb. | -546 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.6 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.8 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.9 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 56.7 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 0.0 in | 46.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 34.9 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -5.2 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 |
2011 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |