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Nissan Sentra (2009) vs. Volvo V50 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Nissan Sentra and 2008 Volvo V50 specs.

2009 Nissan Sentra and 2008 Volvo V50 Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Nissan Sentra Volvo V50  
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
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.7 in 103.9 in 1.8 in
Length 179.8 in 177.7 in 2.1 in
Width 70.5 in 69.7 in 0.8 in
Height 59.5 in 57.2 in 2.3 in
Curb Weight 3078 lb. 3379 lb. -301 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 15.9 gal. -1.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 38.9 in 1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.9 in 55.2 in 1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.1 in 53.7 in 0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.6 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.3 in 38.1 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 54.1 in 1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.0 in 50.7 in 2.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.5 in 34.4 in 0.1 in
Total Legroom 76.9 in (over 2 rows) 76 in (over 2 rows) 0.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.1 ft3 27.4 ft3 -14.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.1 ft3 62.9 ft3 -49.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Sentra

2009 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo V50

2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review
2007 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed manual FWD
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review
2007 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review
 
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