Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 177 hp@6000 172 lb-ft@2800 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 300 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 119.0 in | -13.3 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 205.8 in | -26 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 78.7 in | -8.2 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 76.7 in | -17.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3102 lb. | 5352 lb. | -2250 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -13.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.7 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 63.4 in | -6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 63.0 in | -8.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.8 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 64.3 in | -9.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 62.4 in | -9.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 38.7 in | -4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 60.1 in | -60.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 116.2 in (over 3 rows) | -39.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 20.7 ft3 | -7.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 60.9 ft3 | -47.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 110.5 ft3 | -97.4 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2006 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of leg room! see full Ford Expedition review |
2006 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review |