Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Mazda MPV | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 177 hp@6000 172 lb-ft@2800 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6200 200 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 111.8 in | -6.1 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 189.5 in | -9.7 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 72.1 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 69.1 in | -9.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3102 lb. | 3754 lb. | -652 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.0 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 59.8 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 54.6 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.8 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.3 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 60.8 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 62.6 in | -9.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 37.0 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.0 in | -38 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.1 in | -58.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.9 in | -46.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.6 in | -35.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | -36.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -4.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 53.7 ft3 | -40.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 127.0 ft3 | -113.9 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2008 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Seats are hard. Headrest forces your head to bend too far forward. Sculpted seat backs forces your shoulders too far forward from your spine. see full Nissan Sentra review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Mazda MPV.