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Nissan Versa (2012) vs. smart fortwo (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Nissan Versa and 2009 smart fortwo specs.

2012 Nissan Versa and 2009 smart fortwo Specifications

Model Year 2012 2009  
Model Nissan Versa smart fortwo  
Engine 1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
109 hp@6000
107 lb-ft@4400
1.0L I3
DOHC-4v
70 hp@5800
68 lb-ft@4500
 
Transmission CVT 5-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 73.5 in 28.9 in
Length 169.1 in 106.1 in 63 in
Width 66.7 in 61.4 in 5.3 in
Height 60.4 in 60.7 in -0.3 in
Curb Weight 2787 lb. 1808 lb. 979 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 8.7 gal. 4.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 39.7 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.5 in 48.0 in 5.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 48.8 in 45.4 in 3.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.2 in 0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.3 in 0.0 in 38.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 50.7 in 0.0 in 50.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 47.2 in 0.0 in 47.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 0.0 in 38 in
Total Legroom 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 41.2 in (over 1 rows) 38.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.8 ft3 12.0 ft3 5.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 50.4 ft3 12.0 ft3 38.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Nissan Versa

2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 smart fortwo

2009 smart fortwo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
comfortable driving position. see full smart fortwo review
2009 2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
Roomy, sits high see full smart fortwo review
2009 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
firm and supportive as needed, minimal seat fatigue on long drives see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
plenty of room for two adults see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
Makes you feel as though you are riding in a full size car. see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
bigger than it looks, no aches and pains even after a long drive see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
With a bad back it is very easy to get into and out of the car. Very roomy when compared to other vehicles in the same class, whether two or four passenger. see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
Have driven on a number of 350 mile trips each way on the Interstae and found the ride comfortable. Around town it holds its own, except on very rough roads. see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
Me and hubby are big people both over 6 ft tall and we are both comfortable in the seats. I actually have to move the seat forward to reach pedals. see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
Lots of room see full smart fortwo review
2009 smart fortwo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
There is no rear seat. Fortwo mean for 2 people. No surprises. see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
there are no rear seats see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
Ah, there is no rear seat? see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
Does not exist see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
There is no rear seat. This is okay with me. But for someone looking for a family vehicle this could be a downside. I mostly see it as an excuse to not have to cart others around. see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
Well there is no rear seat to start with. But this could have been a better designed flip down tray design for groceries and other items. see full smart fortwo review
2008 2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3
5-speed automated manual RWD
There is no rear seat see full smart fortwo review
 
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