Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
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 | 4143 lb. | 5254 lb. | -1111 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 |
2011 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 |
2007 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |