Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 295 hp@5200 335 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 116.0 in | -10.3 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 198.8 in | -19 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 78.8 in | -8.3 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 74.8 in | -15.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3078 lb. | 5028 lb. | -1950 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -11.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.7 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 65.2 in | -8.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 61.4 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.4 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 65.1 in | -10 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 61.3 in | -8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 38.6 in | -4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 64.4 in | -64.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.0 in | -49 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 27.3 in | -27.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 107.2 in (over 3 rows) | -30.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 63.6 ft3 | -50.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 104.6 ft3 | -91.5 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 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
like riding first class in an airplane see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
There is plenty of space for all of the passengers and personal gear. The bucket seats add a lot of comfort. They also allow some extra room for third row passengers. Leather is the way to go, and the heated seats come in handy on those cold winter days. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
the best! had a back operation three years ago and this was thed only vehicle i am comfortable in see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
GMT800 series vehicles fit me better than any other. I prefer the '06 Tahoe to the '09 GMC Sierra i had prior to the Equinox i traded for the Tahoe. The Equinox was okay on a straight road, other than that, it was terrible! No lateral support at see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |