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Nissan Altima (2011) vs. Subaru Outback (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Nissan Altima and 2013 Subaru Outback specs.

2011 Nissan Altima and 2013 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year 2011 2013  
Model Nissan Altima Subaru Outback  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6000
258 lb-ft@4400
3.6L H6
DOHC-4v
256 hp@6000
247 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable CVT 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.3 in 107.9 in 1.4 in
Length 190.7 in 189.0 in 1.7 in
Width 70.7 in 71.7 in -1 in
Height 57.9 in 65.7 in -7.8 in
Curb Weight 3357 lb. 3613 lb. -256 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.0 gal. 18.5 gal. 1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 40.8 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.7 in 56.3 in -0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.8 in 0.0 in 56.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 44.1 in 43.0 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.8 in 39.3 in -2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 56.1 in -0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.5 in 0.0 in 52.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 37.8 in -2 in
Total Legroom 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 80.8 in (over 2 rows) -0.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.3 ft3 34.3 ft3 -19 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.3 ft3 71.3 ft3 -56 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Altima

2011 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Roomy front seat room. see full Nissan Altima review
2010 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
I am 6'3", weigh 235. Being a big guy, I find this car VERY comfortable. I use it in my work daily. I drive it multiple trips/day (there have been as many as 8-10 trips/day-from 2 miles up to 50 miles/each trip). So I am in/out of the car multiple times/day. It's very easy to enter and exit and is very roomy for a mid-sized car and also has a lot of rear leg room. The trunk is large as well and the back seat folds down making the useful trunk space all the more. I also like the console and having the iPod connection in the second storage area of the console-out of the way. Hip room of the front seat is very generous as well. Just yesterday I had a rear seat passenger who commented how much leg room they had in the back. see full Nissan Altima review
2010 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
I am a big guy who at first did not consider Altima because I did not think I would fit in it. I was surprised to find I fit just fine. I am 6'3" and 252lbs. The front seats provide ample room. I also have a lot of head room. see full Nissan Altima review
2010 2dr Coupe 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Nissan has reputation for reliability see full Nissan Altima review
2011 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Very comfortable. see full Nissan Altima review
2010 2dr Coupe 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Very difficult to get in and even more difficult to get out. Only teens in good shape can do it easily see full Nissan Altima review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Subaru Outback

2013 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
The front seats are very comfy, and the seat heaters are powerful and warm up quickly. We compared the car to a 2014 Forrester, and we think the OB seats are more comfy-- they have more thigh support. see full Subaru Outback review
2014 4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
The rear seats are much more comfy than in the old Outback. They took a couple of inches out of the cargo area to give the rear seat more room. The reclining seatback for the rear seats is a nice comfort as well. see full Subaru Outback review
2012 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I am a big guy. 5'10 and about 290 lbs. This car is very comfortable for me. I can reach the controls nicely, love the heated leather seats. see full Subaru Outback review
2012 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
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2012 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
I have found our 2012 Outback to be very comfortable for long drives. The driver's seat has plenty of adjustment to accommodate my frame. Legroom is outstanding. My wife got so spoiled with the heated seats in our 99 Outback Limited that she balks at cars without. So our 2010 and now the 2012 have had the heated seats. see full Subaru Outback review
2012 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Rear seat comfort is excellent even for very tall teenagers and 20 somethings. The redesign of the Outback in 2010 noticeably improved rear seat space. One note when flipping down the back seats. Make sure your head is out of the way when you lift the release lever. The seat back springs forward quickly. The angle of the rear seat can also be reclined for additional comfort. The fold down center cup holder is a nice touch. The seating position is high so visibility is great. see full Subaru Outback review
2012 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Very comfortable. see full Subaru Outback review
2013 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
Minor complaint-- like every other Japanese car I've ever owned, this one also doesn't seem to understand that feet get cold. The heater is great- it provides lots of heat, and quickly. But when you you set it to floor, the hot air hits you in the lower calf, and then rises. The heat never makes it to your feet! see full Subaru Outback review
 
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