Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Mini Convertible | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 97.1 in | 8.6 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 145.6 in | 34.2 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 66.3 in | 4.2 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 55.7 in | 3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3078 lb. | 2867 lb. | 211 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.4 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 50.3 in | 6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.5 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 39.2 in | 15.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 28.1 in | 6.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 69.8 in (over 2 rows) | 7.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 6.0 ft3 | 7.1 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 2011 Mini Convertible.