Model Year | 2008 | 2014 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,685 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,567 mm | 4,580 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,791 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,511 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,396 kg | 1,363 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 50 L | 5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 953 mm | -6 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 876 mm | 909 mm | -33 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 371 L | 351 L | 20 L |
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 |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |