Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 181 hp@7000 151 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 90.9 in | 14.8 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 154.1 in | 25.7 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 68.3 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 49.0 in | 10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3078 lb. | 2514 lb. | 564 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 36.8 in | 3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 52.2 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 52.0 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.1 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 0.0 in | 37.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 0.0 in | 34.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 33.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 | 8.6 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 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata.