Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | |
Model | Nissan Altima | Volkswagen Jetta | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6000 251 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 104.4 in | 4.9 in |
Length | 191.9 in | 183.3 in | 8.6 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 70.0 in | 2 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 57.2 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3412 lb. | 3208 lb. | 204 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.2 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 55.2 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.0 in | 41.2 in | 3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.1 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 53.6 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 0.0 in | 52.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 38.1 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Nissan Altima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta.