Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Nissan Versa | Chevrolet Equinox | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
3.4L V6 OHV-2v 185 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@3800 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 112.5 in | -10.1 in |
Length | 169.1 in | 188.8 in | -19.7 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 71.4 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 69.3 in | -8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2751 lb. | 3668 lb. | -917 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -3.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.9 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 55.7 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 48.8 in | 51.1 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.2 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 40.1 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 55.9 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.2 in | 51.4 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 40.2 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.8 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -17.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 50.4 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | -16.7 ft3 |
2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Even with the front seats slid all the way back, this car still has more room than almost any other car -- almost as much room as a BMW 780IL. see full Nissan Versa review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 CVT FWD |
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review |
2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
When I bought the car, I laid the seat down all the way to make sure it would be comfortable enough to nap on. It is, but it's slightly more comfortable if the car is parked on an incline because the seat doesn't quite go down completely flat... although come to think of it I haven't tried raising the seat height with the lever then setting the seat back. Anyway, the passenger side doesn't have a seat height adjustment lever and it doesn't quite make a 180% flat angle either. see full Nissan Versa review |
2007 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat slides forward and back to acoomodate either people or more cargo see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2007 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Seat is okay on the interstate, but on a twisty road - forget it! Good thing it has a drivers door and a console, otherwise you would fall out or wind up in the passenger seat. Speaking of the console, what a joke!!! Idiot that designed that should be see full Chevrolet Equinox review |