Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Versa | Mazda Mazda2 | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 98.0 in | 4.4 in |
Length | 169.1 in | 155.5 in | 13.6 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 66.7 in | 0 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 58.1 in | 2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2751 lb. | 2359 lb. | 392 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.1 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 52.8 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 48.8 in | 50.9 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.1 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.0 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 51.2 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.2 in | 46.8 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 34.8 in | 3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.8 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 50.4 ft3 | 27.0 ft3 | 23.4 ft3 |
2011 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2011 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2011 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |