Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen CC | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@2750 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 106.3 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 178.7 in | 10.2 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 72.8 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 74.9 in | -19.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3628 lb. | 4165 lb. | -537 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.9 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 58.3 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 39.3 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 58.3 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 46.1 in | -46.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 34.4 in | 2.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -22 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.2 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -52.5 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen CC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Press reviews have talked about this. Great shape, and the pleather is comfy (not on hot summer days). see full Volkswagen CC review |
2013 Volkswagen CC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
legroom is great but headroom is tight for over 6 foot see full Volkswagen CC review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |