Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
Model | Nissan 350Z | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6800 268 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 101.5 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 169.8 in | 165.4 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 70.3 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 52.1 in | 58.3 in | -6.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3344 lb. | 3326 lb. | 18 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.3 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 54.7 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.2 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.5 in | -35.5 in |
Total Legroom | 42.6 in (over 1 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | -34.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.8 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.8 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | -39.2 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2007 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |