Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Nissan Versa | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6400 141 lb-ft@5000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 102.4 in | 1.3 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 169.1 in | 4.7 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 66.7 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 65.5 in | 60.4 in | 5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3214 lb. | 2751 lb. | 463 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 53.5 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 48.8 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.3 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 50.7 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 47.2 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.0 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.5 ft3 | 50.4 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
2016 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are uncomfortable. They are both crooked, leaning to the side, so you need a pillow to isolate your back from the side bolster on one side that digs into your back. The head restraints push your neck forward and are not removable for adjustment. The driver's seat could use a height adjuster ( apparently available as an option on some models ). see full Jeep Patriot review |
2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |