Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 177 hp@6000 172 lb-ft@2800 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 121.2 in | -15.5 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 202.5 in | -22.7 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 76.9 in | -6.4 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 68.9 in | -9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3102 lb. | 4621 lb. | -1519 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.8 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 63.0 in | -6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.6 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.2 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 64.7 in | -9.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 36.3 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -31.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -19.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 83.0 ft3 | -69.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -127.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Nissan Sentra.
2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |