Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 108.3 in | -2.6 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 184.3 in | -4.5 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 73.7 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 64.8 in | -5.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3078 lb. | 3787 lb. | -709 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.7 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 58.0 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 54.8 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.3 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.8 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 53.0 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 36.4 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | -16.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 | -45.5 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 |
2012 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review |