Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Altima | Lexus SC | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@4400 |
4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 288 hp@5600 317 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 103.1 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 178.5 in | 4 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 72.0 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 55.3 in | 53.1 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3301 lb. | 3840 lb. | -539 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 37.2 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 53.8 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 55.7 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 43.6 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 27.1 in | 8.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 46.6 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 49.5 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 27.1 in | 7.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 70.7 in (over 2 rows) | 6.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 8.2 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
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 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Lexus SC.