Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Buick Terraza | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 177 hp@6000 172 lb-ft@2800 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 121.1 in | -15.4 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 205.0 in | -25.2 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 75.2 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 72.0 in | -12.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3102 lb. | 4476 lb. | -1374 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -10.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.8 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 59.9 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 55.8 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 39.9 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.9 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 61.2 in | -6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 61.6 in | -8.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 38.9 in | -4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -38.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | -13.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 74.1 ft3 | -61 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -123.4 ft3 |
2008 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2008 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Seats are hard. Headrest forces your head to bend too far forward. Sculpted seat backs forces your shoulders too far forward from your spine. see full Nissan Sentra review |
2006 Buick Terraza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
All front seats are comfortable (or better be). This car had as much room and comfort in all 3 rows as the front seat. see full Buick Terraza review |
2006 Buick Terraza Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior seat configuration is abhorrant. Nigh impossbile to get to row 3 without hurting oneself. see full Buick Terraza review |