Model Year | 2010 | 2014 | |
Model | Nissan Versa | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 108.3 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 169.1 in | 180.5 in | -11.4 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 68.9 in | -2.2 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 63.6 in | -3.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2751 lb. | 3457 lb. | -706 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.7 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 55.5 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 48.8 in | 53.1 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.4 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 55.5 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.2 in | 57.8 in | -10.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.4 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.1 in | -37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.3 in | -49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.5 in | -30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | -31.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.8 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.8 | 44.4 ft3 | -26.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 50.4 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -20.5 ft3 |
2010 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
No back ache.. see full Nissan Versa review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
HUGE rear seat leg room for kids see full Nissan Versa review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
Good comfortable seats using quality materials. see full Nissan Versa review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
Plenty of room for 4 tall adults see full Nissan Versa review |
2010 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats lumbar support are uncomfortable. The back seats are a lot better, they feel really comfortable to sit or take a nap in. see full Nissan Versa review |
2014 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |