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Nissan Sentra (2009) vs. BMW 5-Series (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Nissan Sentra and 2011 BMW 5-Series specs.

2009 Nissan Sentra and 2011 BMW 5-Series Specifications

Model Year 2009 2011  
Model Nissan Sentra BMW 5-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.7 in 116.9 in -11.2 in
Length 179.8 in 193.1 in -13.3 in
Width 70.5 in 73.2 in -2.7 in
Height 59.5 in 57.6 in 1.9 in
Curb Weight 2853 lb. 3814 lb. -961 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 18.5 gal. -4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 40.5 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.9 in 58.3 in -1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.1 in 0.0 in 54.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.4 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.3 in 38.3 in -1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 56.2 in -1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.0 in 0.0 in 53 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.5 in 36.1 in -1.6 in
Total Legroom 76.9 in (over 2 rows) 77.5 in (over 2 rows) -0.6 in
Cargo Volume 13.1 ft3 18.4 ft3 -5.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Sentra

2009 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
CVT FWD
Very roomy rear seats that fold for access to the trunk. see full Nissan Sentra review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
CVT FWD
drivers seat very adjustable see full Nissan Sentra review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
CVT FWD
Have leather, great lumbar support, driven over 10hrs, like nothing. see full Nissan Sentra review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
CVT FWD
Lumbar support exactly how I like it. Legs dont fall asleep after long drive. Cool cloth and comfortable lateral support and perfect driving position. see full Nissan Sentra review
2008 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Large for this class of car see full Nissan Sentra review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series

2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review
 
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