Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Nissan Sentra | Volvo S80 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5950 325 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 111.6 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 191.0 in | -11.2 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 73.3 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 59.5 in | 58.8 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3078 lb. | 4065 lb. | -987 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.8 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 57.4 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 54.8 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.9 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.3 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.3 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 54.7 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 35.0 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -1.8 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 |
2007 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent lumbar support and almost infinate power adjustments help my probelms with episodic low back pain. see full Volvo S80 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are like sitting in a lazy boy. So comfortable on long trips and just a dream to drive. see full Volvo S80 review |