Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota 4Runner | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5400 306 lb-ft@3400 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 112.2 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 189.2 in | 192.3 in | -3.1 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 72.8 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 72.0 in | -2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4505 lb. | 5020 lb. | -515 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.0 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 58.3 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 55.5 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 40.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 58.4 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 57.6 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 34.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.9 in | 36.7 in | -3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.7 in | 57.1 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.4 in | 44.0 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 24.1 in | 28.1 in | -4 in |
Total Legroom | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | -4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.6 ft3 | 49.2 ft3 | -12.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 75.1 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -4.1 ft3 |
2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2008 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |