2025 Hyundai
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2024 Nissan
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| MPG - City | 19 - 20 MPG | 20 - 21 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 29 MPG | 23 - 27 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 6 - 7 seats | 7 - 8 seats |
| Cargo Space | 79.6 ft3 | 80.5 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 277 hp | 284 - 295 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 4,500 lbs | 3,500 - 6,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 190.2 in | 197.7 - 198.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 77.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.4 in
Rear 42.3 in |
Front 44.3 in
Rear 35.5 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in |
Front 41.1 - 42.3 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.6 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe than in the Nissan Pathfinder.
The Nissan Pathfinder will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Hyundai Santa Fe.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Santa Fe as you will with the Nissan Pathfinder, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Hyundai Santa Fe will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Nissan Pathfinder.
Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe is much slimmer than the Nissan Pathfinder, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
The Hyundai Santa Fe is slightly shorter than the Nissan Pathfinder, which may make it easier to park.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly the choice over the Nissan Pathfinder for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Nissan Pathfinder.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Hyundai Santa Fe transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Nissan Pathfinder.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Nissan Pathfinder.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Hyundai Santa Fe as you will in the Nissan Pathfinder.