Potentially new Spec-v Owner

[adrock301]

Hey guys... quick question... Is the 6 speed manual on the Spec the same as the new Altima's 6 speed? The gal just got an 07 Altima with the manual... thinking of trading in my Xterra for a Spec... Wondering if the transmission was the same or not...

Also for anyone who has a Spec... LSD... how much do I want it? I'm not hardcore, and not planning on racing or installing any major mods...maybe a CAI or something like that...

Thanks for any Input...

I am kicking myself for tading in my Mazda 3 hatch for the Xterra, but I thought I wanted an SUV... LOL...

[nametakennow]

Not the same transmission, no.

The LSD is pretty much a must because of the amount of torque the car puts down. Without it it'll be hot to handle in the rain and in hard cornering.

[nissantech06]

Hey guys... quick question... Is the 6 speed manual on the Spec the same as the new Altima's 6 speed? The gal just got an 07 Altima with the manual... thinking of trading in my Xterra for a Spec... Wondering if the transmission was the same or not...

Also for anyone who has a Spec... LSD... how much do I want it? I'm not hardcore, and not planning on racing or installing any major mods...maybe a CAI or something like that...

Thanks for any Input...

I am kicking myself for tading in my Mazda 3 hatch for the Xterra, but I thought I wanted an SUV... LOL...

The 6 speeds in the Altima, Sentra, SE-R and Versa are all different models.

[adrock301]

Thanks guys... Going out to look at an 07 in red Alert with 4K miles... no LSD however... But the price appears pretty decent... around 16K?

Any of you driven a Mazda 3 for a bit? I know the Spec is faster, and the Mazda has a more modern rear suspension... but in everyday driving, would you say they are similar? I'll bet the Spec has a bit harsher ride eh?

LOL.. I guess I'll find out soon enough...

Thanks again...

[gotak]

Well people don't like sitting in the back of my car. Yes it's pretty hash but my point of comparison are a BWM 3 series and a Camry.

Haven't driven a mazda 3 but the speed 3 feels less hash yet hugs the road really well.

[GetThatThingISentra]

I was considering a Mazda 3 Touring 5-door before going with my SE-R. The ride in a SE-R/Spec V is gonna be a bit firmer, but my friends say the ride is still good in the back seat. I'm glad I got my Sentra though, it just feels right

[adrock301]

Well.. I'll have to wait I guess... Got to the dealership... They couldn't find the car.. they said it must have sold or something... Tried to get me into an 04 WRX...

Arrrgh....