| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Nissan 350Z | Jeep Compass | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 103.7 in | 0.6 in |
| Length | 169.8 in | 173.4 in | -3.6 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 69.3 in | 2.2 in |
| Height | 52.1 in | 64.2 in | -12.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3339 lb. | 3089 lb. | 250 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 6.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.9 in | -2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 54.6 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 52.2 in | 1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 40.6 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.9 in | -39.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.0 in | -51 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.3 in | -39.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.6 in (over 1 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -37.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.8 ft3 | 21.9 ft3 | -15.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.8 ft3 | 52.5 ft3 | -45.7 ft3 |
| 2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of room in front seats see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch 332-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It was a two seater, and I enjoy driving with people around. see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very cramped, not designed for very long rides. Not for tall people. see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
NO rear seat, limited hatch space see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There was no rear seat. see full Nissan 350Z review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There are no rear seats in this vehicle. Was considering a 2 seater, but wife was not impressed so obtaining approval from that quarter would have been difficult. see full Nissan 350Z review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Jeep Compass.