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2008 Nissan Sentra and 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Nissan Sentra | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 177 hp@6000 172 lb-ft@2800 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 121.2 in | -15.5 in |
| Length | 179.8 in | 202.5 in | -22.7 in |
| Width | 70.5 in | 76.9 in | -6.4 in |
| Height | 59.5 in | 68.9 in | -9.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3102 lb. | 4483 lb. | -1381 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 63.0 in | -6.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 57.0 in | -2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.6 in | 1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 64.7 in | -9.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 64.8 in | -11.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 36.3 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.7 in | -48.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114.5 in (over 3 rows) | -37.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 32.7 ft3 | -19.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 83.0 ft3 | -69.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 144.4 ft3 | -131.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Nissan Sentra
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great driving position and comfortable seat make for hours of driving enjoyment. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
SE vs. SXT. The rear seats and bench are comfortable for 5 people. The SXT is exactly the same, but leather is cooold in winter. Both have more room than other brands. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The middle row seats are great for the kids, and i can drive the family around without gettign kicked in the seat back see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Our four kids had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My wife and I had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The seats and cargo area are roomy, even for full size adults. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the van vety comfortable on a long trip. Equipped with a power driver's seat. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stow-n-go seating is very uncomfortable. Rotating seats have no room to sit face to face with rear seat passengers. Base model forces one to get a center bench. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
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