| Model Year | 2020 | 2016 | |
| Model | Volvo XC40 | Nissan Altima | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 248 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@4800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6000 251 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 109.3 in | -2.9 in |
| Length | 174.2 in | 191.9 in | -17.7 in |
| Width | 73.3 in | 72.0 in | 1.3 in |
| Height | 65.3 in | 57.8 in | 7.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3742 lb. | 3412 lb. | 330 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -3.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 40.0 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 56.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 54.0 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 45.0 in | -4.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.1 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 56.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 52.1 in | 2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 36.1 in | 0 in |
| Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.2 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 31.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Volvo XC40.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Nissan Altima.