Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Nissan Sentra | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 105.7 in | 1.2 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 179.8 in | 6.4 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 70.5 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 59.5 in | 6.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3870 lb. | 3078 lb. | 792 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 56.9 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.1 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.4 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.1 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.0 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 34.5 in | 1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 25.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 71.6 ft3 |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |
2012 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Nissan Sentra offers a smooth, quiet ride and about as much passenger (and cargo) room as you'll find in a compact sedan. Open the door, and the SL's leather-trimmed interior appears luxurious. Sit down, though, and the illusion crumbles. Unlike those in the Altima, the Sentra's flat, firm seats provide little in the way of comfort or support. A tilt adjustment for the driver seat would help, but one is not offered. The Civic's seats aren't much cushier, but their shape provides better support. For the best seats in the segment, check out the Chevrolet Cruze and Ford Focus. see full Nissan Sentra review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Sentra.