Comparison - Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 2017 - vs - Ford Explorer Platinum 2018

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Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 2017

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Other Names:

Also called:

Nissan Terrano

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

39,748

Updated:

23 Nov 2016

53,940

Updated:

17 Feb 2018

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

Four Wheel Drive

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2017

2018

Total Seating:

Transmission:

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

19.50gals

18.60gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Brilliant Silver Metallic

#BDBBBC

Caspian Blue

#293D80

Cayenne Red Metallic

#8B1E1C

Glacier White

#EBECE4

Gun Metallic

#3B424B

Magnetic Black Metallic

#000000

Midnight Jade Metallic

#4E453A

Sandstone

#986437

Color:

Blue Jeans Metallic

#486478

Ingot Silver Metallic

#C4C4C8

Oxford White

#E4E4E4

Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#8E1C26

Shadow Black

#242424

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2017 Nissan Pathfinder offers good space for seven in a composed, quiet environment and it manages a some decent capability for off-road duty and towing.
The Nissan Pathfinder mid-size people mover gets a modest refresh for 2017 after its 2014 redesign.
Changes to this seven-passenger crossover SUV include new front and rear fascias that create a more truck-like look, engine improvements, a new infotainment system, and new active safety features.

Pros
Clever folding second row
Spacious interior
Composed, quiet ride
Calm cabin
Controlled handling

Cons
Far from a sports car
Drab interior materials
Occasional lag in power delivery

By:

thecarconnection.com

The Nissan Pathfinder receives substantial updates for 2017. These include a more powerful engine, greater towing capacity, a slight front and rear redesign, a larger standard touchscreen, additional feature content, and revised steering and suspension for a sharper driving experience.

Pros
V6 engine provides strong acceleration and respectable fuel economy
User-friendly touchscreen interface comes standard on every trim
Easily accessed third-row seat
Robust towing capacity.

Cons
Below-average cargo capacity and small item storage
Less third-row space than some rivals
Platinum trim level's ride quality might be too firm for some drivers
Automatic emergency braking safety feature available on top trim only.

By:

edmunds.com

The 2017 Nissan Pathfinder ranks 16 out of 18 Midsize SUVs. Despite a significant refresh for the 2017 model year, the Nissan Pathfinder ranks near the bottom of the midsize SUV class. While it can adequately do everything it was designed to do, it fails to impress in most areas.

Pros
Strong V6 engine
Intuitive infotainment system
Good overall cargo space

Cons
Rough ride quality
Lackluster interior design
Dull driving dynamics
Unimpressive passenger space

By:

usnews.com

The 2018 Ford Explorer ranked #9 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 68 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Large cargo area behind third-row seat
Meaty twin-turbo V6 available
High predicted reliability rating

Cons
Seats aren't as comfy or roomy as some
Thirsty engines
Feels massive to drive

By:

usnews.com

The Explorer receives only minor changes for 2018, with subtle styling tweaks at the front and rear, an integrated 4G LTE hotspot and revised feature availability.

PROS
Plenty of high-tech features that are easy to use
Optional turbocharged V6 engine delivers plentiful power
Cabin is quiet and comfortable on the highway
Cargo space is generous behind the third row

CONS
Legroom in the third row is subpar
Depending on trim level, feels big and ponderous from behind the wheel

By:

edmunds.com

The 2018 Ford Explorer has pulled off a graceful transition from clumsy off-roader to genteel family wagon.

Pros
A utility player, in the classic sense
Very good handling
Better fuel economy ratings
Improved infotainment, now with 4G LTE
Lovely Sport tuning

Cons
The EPA’s optimistic with those turbo ratings
Platinum content, platinum prices
Second-row seat needs padding, less tilt
Third-row seat needs more of everything

By:

thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

19.00mpg

16.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

26.00mpg

22.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.50L

Torque:

259ft-lbs

at 4 800rpm

350ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

Horsepower:

284hp

at 6 400rpm

365hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.70Feet

39.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

198.50in

198.30in

Width:

77.20in

78.90in

Height:

70.20in

71.00in

Ground Clearance:

7.00in

7.80in

Front Track:

65.70in

67.00in

Rear Track:

65.70in

67.00in

Wheel Base:

114.20in

112.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.10

41.40

Rear Head Room:

38.50

40.60

Front Leg Room:

42.30in

42.90in

Rear leg room:

41.70in

39.50in

Front Hip Room:

56.80in

57.30in

Front Shoulder Room:

60.70in

61.50in

Rear Hip Room:

56.10in

56.80in

Rear Shoulder room:

60.40in

61.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

79.80cu.ft

81.70cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

6000lbs

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

16.00cu.ft

21.00cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

14.70degrees

15.60degrees

Angle of Departure:

21.60degrees

20.90degrees

Curb Weight:

4660.00lbs

4458.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Reverse tilt dual mirrors provides curb view when vehicle in reverse

Heated mirrors

2 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

hands-free entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

4 -way power passenger seat

8 -way power driver seat

Bucket front seats

Driver cooled seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Leather

Multi-level heating driver seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Passenger cooled seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

8 -way power driver seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

8 -way power passenger seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Massaging

passenger cooled seat

driver cooled seat

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Manual folding bench third row seats

Multi-level heating

Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Split-folding rear seatback

Reclining rear seats

Folding center armrest

Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Power folding split-bench third row seats

Split-folding rear seatback

reclining rear seats

multi-level heating

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Heated steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Leather steering wheel

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Heated steering wheel

Front and rear air conditioning

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

yes

More Entertainment:

1 subwoofer(s)

13 total speakers

3 Months of provided satellite radio service

Bose premium brand speakers

Bose premium brand stereo system

USB connection

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Speed sensitive volume control

USB connection

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Memory card slot

Surround audio surround audio (discrete)

Sony premium brand speakers

500 Watts Stereo Output

1 subwoofer(s)

12 total speakers

6 Months of provided satellite radio service

Sony premium brand stero system

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated front disc brakes

Front ventilated disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Rear ventilated disc brakes

rear ventilated disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Blind spot warning accident avoidance system

Front, rear and third row head airbags

Pre-collision safety system

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Turn signal mirrors

Rear height adjustable headrests

Post-collision safety system

Airbag Deployment Notification*

BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear Seatbelt Package

Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning w/Brake Support

Rear height adjustable headrests

Rear center 3-point belt

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags

Pre-Collision Safety System

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Turn signal mirrors

Options

Packages:

Cargo Package

Family Entertainment Package

Equipment Group 600A

Exterior Options:

Special Paint- Pearl White

Running Boards

Cross Bars

4-Piece Splash Guards

4-Piece Black Splash Guards

Rear Bumper Protector

Roof Rack Crossbars

Running Boards

20" Premium Painted Machined Aluminum Wheels

Splash Guards

License Plate Bracket

Rear Bumper Protector

Wheel Lock Kit

Interior Options:

Interior Accent Lighting

Illuminated Kick Plates

USB Charging Ports

4-Piece Floor Mats

2nd Row Bucket Seats w/Power-Assist Fold

Cargo Shade

Smokers Kit w/Element

Deep Tray-Style All-Weather Floor Mats

Rear Cargo Well Protector

DVD Headrests

2nd Row Console

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Almond, cloth

#ACA394

Charcoal, cloth

#1E1E1E

Color:

Medium Light Camel, cloth

#9A9789

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Comparison - Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 2017 - vs - Ford Explorer Platinum 2018

General

Also called:

Nissan Terrano

Also called:

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Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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