Model Year | 2008 | 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Nissan Xterra.
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 |