Model Year | 2017 | 2016 | |
Model | Volkswagen Passat | Nissan Altima | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6000 251 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 109.3 in | 1.1 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 191.9 in | -0.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.0 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 57.8 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3481 lb. | 3412 lb. | 69 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 40.0 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 56.4 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 45.0 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 56.4 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.1 in | -52.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 36.1 in | 3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Nissan Altima.