Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Altima | Honda Civic | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5800 249 lb-ft@4400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,884 mm | 4,488 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,788 mm | 1,753 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,485 kg | 1,321 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 50 L | 26 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,318 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,115 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 950 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,384 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 879 mm | 46 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 442 L | 340 L | 102 L |
2006 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
People who get into the back seat rant and rave about how much room they have, even with my seat all the way back. see full Nissan Altima review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Big accommodating backseat. see full Nissan Altima review |
2006 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Cramp for a midsized sedan. see full Nissan Altima review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
front seat squirm!!!! many people have it and it annoys me. see full Nissan Altima review |
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review |