Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen Eos | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 106.3 in | -4.8 in |
Length | 173.5 in | 178.7 in | -5.2 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 72.8 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 74.9 in | -18.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3505 lb. | 4165 lb. | -660 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 39.9 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 58.3 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.4 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.3 in | -3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 58.3 in | -16.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 46.1 in | -46.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.5 in | 34.4 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.6 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -28.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.5 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -55.2 ft3 |
2011 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2006 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 |
2006 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 |