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Nissan Altima (2014) vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Nissan Altima and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class specs.

2014 Nissan Altima and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Specifications

Model Year 2014 2008  
Model Nissan Altima Mercedes-Benz E-Class  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.3 in 112.4 in -3.1 in
Length 191.5 in 191.0 in 0.5 in
Width 72.0 in 71.7 in 0.3 in
Height 57.9 in 58.4 in -0.5 in
Curb Weight 3108 lb. 3740 lb. -632 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 21.1 gal. -3.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 39.1 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.4 in 56.4 in 0 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.0 in 52.4 in 1.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.0 in 41.9 in 3.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.8 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.4 in 56.1 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.1 in 53.8 in -1.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.1 in 35.6 in 0.5 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 77.5 in (over 2 rows) 3.6 in
Cargo Volume 15.4 ft3 15.9 ft3 -0.5 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Nissan Altima

2014 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
2014 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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 2014 Nissan Altima

2014 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.5L I4
CVT FWD
best seats... most comfortable! I wont go back to Honda. dang. see full Nissan Altima review
2014 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.5L I4
CVT FWD
I bought this car because of the front seat leg room. I'm 6' 5" tall with a 36" inseam. This is the first car I've ever owned that I fit in perfectly. The cloth bucket seats are very comfortable. Every control is in easy reach even though I have the seat as far back as it can go. The tilt and telescoping steering wheel is great. This is the first mid size sedan since I've owned. It has more interior room than a 1999 Buick LeSabre I owned 10 years ago. see full Nissan Altima review
2014 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.5L I4
CVT FWD
Superb see full Nissan Altima review
2014 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.5L I4
CVT FWD
Adequate see full Nissan Altima review
2014 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable CVT FWD
The seats are quite comfortable. They feel like they have memory foam in them. 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
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
2014 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2008 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2008 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Lots of room and has adjustments on multicontour seats. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Very comfortable, firm seating,even after very long drives. The combination of lumbar support and heat leaves me refreshed after eight- and nine-hour drives. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
 
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