Nissan Xterra vs Mazda CX-5 Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2014 catalog dimensions. Nissan Xterra · Mazda CX-5
- Length178.7 in
- Height74.9 in
- Wheelbase106.3 in
- Ground clearance9.5 in
- Curb weight4,140 lb – 4,408 lb
- Width72.8 in
- Mazda CX-5 width72.4 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: essentially the same
- Width: Mazda CX-5 is 0.4 in narrower (72.8 in vs 72.4 in)
- Height: Nissan Xterra is 9.2 in taller (74.9 in vs 65.7 in)
- Wheelbase: essentially the same
- Curb weight: Nissan Xterra is 911 lb heavier (4,274 lb vs 3,363 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Nissan Xterra is 911 lb heavier (4,274 lb vs 3,363 lb)
- Height: Nissan Xterra is 9.2 in taller (74.9 in vs 65.7 in)
- Width: Mazda CX-5 is 0.4 in narrower (72.8 in vs 72.4 in)
Practical verdicts
- Narrower for tight parkingMazda CX-5 — Mazda CX-5 is narrower by 0.4 in
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Nissan Xterra | Mazda CX-5 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 178.7 in | 178.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 72.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Height | 74.9 in | 65.7 in | 9.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Ground clearance | 9.5 in | — | — |
| Curb weight | 4,274 lb | 3,363 lb | 911 lb |
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