Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Jeep Compass | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 177 hp@6000 172 lb-ft@2800 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 103.7 in | 2 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 173.4 in | 6.4 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 69.3 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 65.2 in | -5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3102 lb. | 3175 lb. | -73 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.7 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 54.6 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 52.3 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.6 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.9 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.0 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 51.0 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 39.4 in | -4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 22.7 ft3 | -9.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 53.6 ft3 | -40.5 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Jeep Compass.