Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 271 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 118.9 in | -13.2 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 202.0 in | -22.2 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 78.3 in | -7.8 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 69.3 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3078 lb. | 4387 lb. | -1309 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.9 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 63.2 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 59.2 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.8 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 65.3 in | -10.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 65.9 in | -12.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 40.9 in | -6.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 60.5 in | -60.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.1 in | -50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.0 in | -34 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | -39.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 32.2 ft3 | -19.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 80.1 ft3 | -67 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 141.5 ft3 | -128.4 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Sedona.