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Nissan Sentra (2009) vs. Hyundai Elantra Touring (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Nissan Sentra and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring specs.

2009 Nissan Sentra and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Nissan Sentra Hyundai Elantra Touring  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,685 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,567 mm 4,475 mm 0 mm
Width 1,791 mm 1,765 mm 0 mm
Height 1,511 mm 1,519 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,294 kg 1,332 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 55 L 53 L 2 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,016 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,445 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,374 mm 1,369 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,077 mm 1,105 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 947 mm 1,001 mm 946 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,400 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,346 mm 1,336 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 876 mm 925 mm -49 mm
Total Legroom 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 371 L 688 L -317 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.1 1,849 L 12.1

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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 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review
 
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