Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Sienna | Nissan Sentra | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 105.7 in | 13.6 in |
Length | 200.0 in | 179.8 in | 20.2 in |
Width | 77.4 in | 70.5 in | 6.9 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 59.5 in | 9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4177 lb. | 3078 lb. | 1099 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 40.6 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.8 in | 56.9 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 54.1 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 42.4 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 37.3 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.9 in | 55.1 in | 9.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.5 in | 53.0 in | 14.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 34.5 in | 5.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.1 in | 0.0 in | 38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.1 in | 0.0 in | 61.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 51.8 in | 0.0 in | 51.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 39.5 in | 0.0 in | 39.5 in |
Total Legroom | 122 in (over 3 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 45.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 43.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 30.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 94.5 ft3 | 13.1 | 81.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 148.9 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 135.8 ft3 |
2009 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The Sienna LE that I have has full power driver seat which proves to bereally goodfor my back pain. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
2009 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 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 |
2008 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Seats are hard. Headrest forces your head to bend too far forward. Sculpted seat backs forces your shoulders too far forward from your spine. see full Nissan Sentra review |