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2009 Nissan Sentra and 2009 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Nissan Sentra | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 109.8 in | -4.1 in |
| Length | 179.8 in | 188.4 in | -8.6 in |
| Width | 70.5 in | 75.2 in | -4.7 in |
| Height | 59.5 in | 68.1 in | -8.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3078 lb. | 3979 lb. | -901 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -4.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.6 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 59.7 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 56.7 in | -2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 40.1 in | -2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 59.5 in | -4.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 56.5 in | -3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 38.3 in | -3.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -33.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 42.3 ft3 | -29.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -82.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Sentra
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Highlander
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |
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