Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Honda Element | Nissan Versa | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 102.4 in | -1 in |
Length | 169.9 in | 169.1 in | 0.8 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 66.7 in | 4.9 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 60.4 in | 10 in |
Curb Weight | 3515 lb. | 2751 lb. | 764 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.6 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 53.5 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 48.8 in | 6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.4 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.3 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 50.7 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 47.2 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.0 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 50.4 ft3 | 24.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Honda Element.
2011 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |