Model Year | 2012 | 2014 | |
Model | Nissan LEAF | smart fortwo | |
Engine | Electric 107 hp 207 lb-ft |
Electric -v 74 hp 96 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 73.5 in | 32.8 in |
Length | 175.0 in | 106.1 in | 68.9 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 61.4 in | 8.3 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 60.7 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3366 lb. | 2094 lb. | 1272 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 8.7 gal. | -8.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 39.7 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 48.0 in | 6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.5 in | 45.4 in | 6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.2 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 0.0 in | 37.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.5 in | 0.0 in | 52.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 0.0 in | 50 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 0.0 in | 31.1 in |
Total Legroom | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 41.2 in (over 1 rows) | 32 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.5 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 12.0 ft3 | -12 |
2012 Nissan LEAF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 107-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Nissan LEAF review |
2014 smart fortwo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD |
I'm 6'3'' 280 lbs, and this car has plenty of room. It is easier to get in and out of than any full size sedan I have driven. It sits upright like an SUV, but it is not so tall that you have to climb in. see full smart fortwo review |