Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Versa | Subaru Baja | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
2.5L H4 OHC-4v 165 hp@5600 166 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 104.3 in | -1.9 in |
Length | 176.0 in | 193.3 in | -17.3 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 70.1 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 65.1 in | -4.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2749 lb. | 3545 lb. | -796 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.3 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 53.9 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 48.8 in | 0.0 in | 48.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 43.3 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.3 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 53.6 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.2 in | 0.0 in | 47.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 33.5 in | 4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft3 | 0.0 | 13.8 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 |
2006 Subaru Baja Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUT turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
6 footers are going to have issues getting in and out. Also they will have to recline the seat too much just to keep their heads from hitting the roof. see full Subaru Baja review |