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Ford Explorer (2008) vs. Nissan Versa (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Ford Explorer and 2012 Nissan Versa specs.

2008 Ford Explorer and 2012 Nissan Versa Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Ford Explorer Nissan Versa  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 102.4 in 11.3 in
Length 193.4 in 169.1 in 24.3 in
Width 73.7 in 66.7 in 7 in
Height 72.8 in 60.4 in 12.4 in
Curb Weight 4440 lb. 2722 lb. 1718 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 13.2 gal. 9.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 40.6 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 53.5 in 5.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 48.8 in 6.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.4 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 38.3 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 50.7 in 8.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 47.2 in 8.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 38.0 in -1.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.4 in 0.0 in 37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.1 in 0.0 in 53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 45.3 in 0.0 in 45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.9 in 0.0 in 34.9 in
Total Legroom 114.2 in (over 3 rows) 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 34.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 17.8 ft3 -4.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 17.8 26.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 50.4 ft3 33.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer

2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Nissan Versa

2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Even with the front seats slid all the way back, this car still has more room than almost any other car -- almost as much room as a BMW 780IL. see full Nissan Versa review
2012 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4
CVT FWD
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review
2011 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review
2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
When I bought the car, I laid the seat down all the way to make sure it would be comfortable enough to nap on.  It is, but it's slightly more comfortable if the car is parked on an incline because the seat doesn't quite go down completely flat... although come to think of it I haven't tried raising the seat height with the lever then setting the seat back.  Anyway, the passenger side doesn't have a seat height adjustment lever and it doesn't quite make a 180% flat angle either. see full Nissan Versa review
 
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