Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.4 in | -6.1 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 187.2 in | -8.5 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 75.9 in | -3.1 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 68.0 in | 6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4165 lb. | 5300 lb. | -1135 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.7 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.7 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.3 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 57.4 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 0.0 in | 46.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 35.6 in | -1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -5.3 ft3 |
2009 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |
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