Model Year | 2016 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Veloster | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 166.1 in | 178.7 in | -12.6 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 72.8 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 55.1 in | 74.9 in | -19.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2943 lb. | 4165 lb. | -1222 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 39.9 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 58.3 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.9 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 42.4 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.3 in | 39.3 in | -4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 58.3 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 46.1 in | 6.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.7 in | 34.4 in | -2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -19.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 34.7 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -31 ft3 |
2016 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 3dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The Veloster is setup like a sports car - stiff suspension, low riding height, and sport seats designed to keep you in place. What this car is not is comfortable. At all. There is almost no back support, and little coushining. On a long trip, it will be PAIN. On roads trampled on by dinosaurs, it will be PAIN. The interior accents also get in the way of resting your legs on anything, so you have to just deal with the space provided, which isn't much. This car is just big enough, and not a milimeter more. see full Hyundai Veloster review |
2007 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 |
2007 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 |