Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Versa | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 109 hp@6000 107 lb-ft@4400 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 181 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.3 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 175.4 in | 185.8 in | -10.4 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 71.5 in | -4.8 in |
Height | 59.6 in | 55.5 in | 4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2354 lb. | 3279 lb. | -925 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 10.8 gal. | 17.2 gal. | -6.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.0 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 56.9 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 48.1 in | 55.8 in | -7.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.3 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.6 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 55.7 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.2 in | 54.4 in | -8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.2 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
2014 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | I was expecting zero room in the back, but I sat in the backseat even with the drivers seat adjusted far back (I'm 5'11" but long legs and tend to adjust seats to the back end of their travel), I had reasonable legroom for a very compact car. The seat covering material was pleasant as well. see full Nissan Versa review |
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 |
2014 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 |
2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |