Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 177 hp@6000 172 lb-ft@2800 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 98.7 in | 7 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 161.1 in | 18.7 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 67.9 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 59.0 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3102 lb. | 2884 lb. | 218 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.2 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 52.8 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 39.4 in | 3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.7 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 49.3 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 33.5 in | 1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | -14.1 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.