Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Lexus LX | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
5.7L V8 DOHC-4v 383 hp@5600 403 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 112.2 in | -6.5 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 196.5 in | -16.7 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 77.6 in | -7.1 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 75.6 in | -16.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3078 lb. | 5995 lb. | -2917 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -10.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.3 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 61.0 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 58.9 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.9 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.9 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 61.4 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 58.5 in | -5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 34.4 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.8 in | -35.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.3 in | -62.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.6 in | -56.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.3 in | -28.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 105.6 in (over 3 rows) | -28.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 41.0 ft3 | -27.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 83.1 ft3 | -70 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 2011 Lexus LX.