Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Mazda Mazda2 | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 130 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@3600 |
1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 98.0 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 182.1 in | 155.5 in | 26.6 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 66.7 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 58.9 in | 58.1 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2825 lb. | 2359 lb. | 466 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.1 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 52.8 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 50.9 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.1 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.0 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 51.2 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.1 in | 46.8 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 34.8 in | 2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 27.0 ft3 | -11.9 ft3 |
2014 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Nissan Sentra offers a smooth, quiet ride and about as much passenger (and cargo) room as you'll find in a compact sedan. Open the door, and the SL's leather-trimmed interior appears luxurious. Sit down, though, and the illusion crumbles. Unlike those in the Altima, the Sentra's flat, firm seats provide little in the way of comfort or support. A tilt adjustment for the driver seat would help, but one is not offered. The Civic's seats aren't much cushier, but their shape provides better support. For the best seats in the segment, check out the Chevrolet Cruze and Ford Focus. see full Nissan Sentra review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Nissan Sentra.
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |