Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 188 hp@5600 177 lb-ft@1600 |
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 | 106.3 in | 103.9 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 182.1 in | 167.4 in | 14.7 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 70.2 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 58.9 in | 57.0 in | 1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3009 lb. | 3211 lb. | -202 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.2 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 53.6 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 53.1 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.3 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 36.4 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 47.0 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.1 in | 41.5 in | 8.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 33.9 in | 3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -5.1 ft3 |
2017 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Different people are shaped and sized differently and so will have different impressions of a given car seat. I found the Nissan Sentra's revised seats uncomfortable. A power lumbar adjustment has been added. But this was of no use, as even when minimized the lumbar bulge is overly prominent for my back. I drove with my upper back off the seat. I've had a similar problem with the seats in some small Hondas, but the seats in the new Civic fit me well. see full Nissan Sentra review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 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 |