Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | |
Model | Nissan Altima | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6000 251 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 109.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 182.2 in | 9.3 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 73.4 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 58.4 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3295 lb. | 3812 lb. | -517 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 17.8 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.3 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 57.0 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 54.9 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.0 in | 41.9 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.4 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.2 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 53.5 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 33.5 in | 2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 5.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
2015 Nissan Altima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 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 |
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 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The driver's seat and driver's position are outstanding, the best I've ever experienced and I've driven Lexuses and Infinitis. Passenger's seat is also very comfortable.rnrnCaution: Back seat and trunk are small. Also, no spare. You get an inflation kit. You can pay $250 for a donut spare. see full Volvo S60 review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Volvo has a reputation for quality seating - I am very pleased with the comfort and support. I had a recent trip of about 14 hours, and the seats provided the best comfort I've had compared to all other cars I've owned and have drove in long distance trips. see full Volvo S60 review |
2014 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very tight in back. see full Volvo S60 review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat space is smaller than 3-series BMW. It's fine for children/young adults, but full size people will find it a little tight. Volvo should have added about six inches to the length and a few inches in width. see full Volvo S60 review |