Model Year | 2008 | 2021 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 105.9 in | -0.2 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 180.9 in | -1.1 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 73.0 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 67.0 in | -7.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3078 lb. | 3370 lb. | -292 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.5 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 57.8 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 54.3 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.0 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.5 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.4 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 47.7 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 37.8 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 37.6 ft3 | -24.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 0.0 | 13.1 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 |
2021 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |