Xterra vs Pathfinder

Xterra and pathfinder, these SUVs have no doubt brought in a great revolution in the automobile industry. Though they come from the same genre Nissan, they have very unique differences. While the pathfinder is more suburban, xterra demands an outdoor adventure.

The latest two SUVs — xterra and pathfinder – come with specific difference in their exterior and interiors looks, wheelbase, capacity and price. When comparing the trims, xterra comes with four trims namely X, S, SE and Off-Road. Pathfinder on the other hand has only three trims — S, SE and LE.

Though Xterra and Pathfinder are equipped with a 4.0 L V6 engine, the pathfinder also has an option to choose 5.0 L V8 engine. When the Xterra comes with a five-speed auto and six-speed manual transmission, the pathfinder comes only with a five-speed auto transmission.

When comparing the horsepower of the two SUVs, the pathfinder has a slight edge over Xterra. While the xterra delivers a power of 265 hp, the V6 pathfinder comes with 270 hp and the V8 with 310 hp.

Another specific difference that can be noted between Xterra and Pathfinder is in its wheelbase. The pathfinder has a larger wheelbase (112.2 inches ) than the Nissan Xtera (106.3 inches).

A notable difference between pathfinder and Xterra is in its interior space. While the pathfinder has a seating capacity of seven, Xterra only has a seating capacity of five. The Pathfinder is wider and heavier than the Xterra. The xterra comes with a length of 178.7 inches and a width of 72.8 inches. But a pathfinder has a length of 192.3 inches and a width of 72.8 inches.

The Nissan pathfinder also offers more headroom and legroom when compared to the Nissan Xterra. Though both the vehicles are comfortable for long journeys, the pathfinder  offers more comfort in long journeys.

When talking of cargo size, the pathfinder has more room for your luggage than the Xterra.

Another big difference that can be noticed between the two is in its body. While the pathfinder’s chassis and body is constructed of one unit, the xterra is constructed on a body-on-frame chassis.

Summary
1.While the pathfinder is more suburban, xterra demands an outdoor adventure.
2.Xterra comes with four trims namely X, S, SE and Off-Road. Pathfinder on the other hand has only three trims — S, SE and LE.
3.When comparing the horsepower of the two SUVs, the pathfinder has a slight edge over Xterra.
4.The Pathfinder is wider and heavier than the Xterra