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2012 Nissan Altima and 2009 Ford Taurus X Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Nissan Altima | Ford Taurus X | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 112.9 in | -3.6 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 200.3 in | -9.6 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 74.9 in | -4.2 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 67.4 in | -9.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3357 lb. | 4033 lb. | -676 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 58.5 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 55.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 40.8 in | 3.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.4 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 57.9 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.5 in | 56.4 in | -3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.8 in | -4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.3 | 47.4 ft3 | -32.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -69.9 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Nissan Altima
| 2012 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2013 | I'm already stuck. In just about every other way aside from fuel economy the Altima is a good, even very good car, yet an unremarkable one. Either this, or a strength must be qualified with a "but." The latter is the case with the front seats. Inspired by the "zero gravity" seats designed by NASA for ultra-long-distance travel, the Altima's buckets feel substantial and fit like a glove. BUT...also check the reasons not to buy an Altima. Move to the back seat, and Nissan's midsize sedan has a clearer advantage. The comfortably padded rear seat cushions in both the Altima and the Fushion provide good thigh support--those in many competitors do not. The Altima's rear seat isn't quite the roomiest, but it is roomier than the Fusion's. see full Nissan Altima review | |
| 2012 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| The NASA-inspired driver's seat is very comfortable and supportive, BUT its headrest juts so far forward that I had to remove it and reinsert it turned around. This severely compromises safety, but otherwise the headrest presses very uncomfortably against the back of my head. For this reason I doubt I could own an Altima. The average person, with a less vertical neck, won't have this problem. Just be sure to pay attention to this during your test drive. see full Nissan Altima review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Nissan Altima
| 2012 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT FWD |
The seats are very comfortable, I would have been happy if both the driver and passenger were electronic. The lumbar support is fantastic and the driver seats is 8-way adjustable. For tall people this car will be a great ride. see full Nissan Altima review |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT FWD |
Huge back seat for a sedan (legroom) and even three abreast is not that terrible. Big guys did not complain. see full Nissan Altima review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Roomy front seat room. see full Nissan Altima review |
| 2012 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT FWD |
Kids in the back seat love the limoesque space. I do enjoy anchor locks and the well placed seat belts. There is definitely some intelligent design and practice into everything and anything in this car. see full Nissan Altima review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Very comfortable. see full Nissan Altima review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Taurus X
| 2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |
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