Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 103.9 in | 1.8 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 167.4 in | 12.4 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 70.2 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 57.0 in | 2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3078 lb. | 3211 lb. | -133 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.2 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 53.6 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 53.1 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 47.0 in | 8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 41.5 in | 11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 33.9 in | 0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -7.1 ft3 |
2012 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Nissan Sentra offers a smooth, quiet ride and about as much passenger (and cargo) room as you'll find in a compact sedan. Open the door, and the SL's leather-trimmed interior appears luxurious. Sit down, though, and the illusion crumbles. Unlike those in the Altima, the Sentra's flat, firm seats provide little in the way of comfort or support. A tilt adjustment for the driver seat would help, but one is not offered. The Civic's seats aren't much cushier, but their shape provides better support. For the best seats in the segment, check out the Chevrolet Cruze and Ford Focus. see full Nissan Sentra review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Sentra.
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |