Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Nissan Sentra | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 OHV-2v 197 hp@5200 230 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 130 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 106.3 in | 14.9 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 182.1 in | 20.4 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 69.3 in | 7.6 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 58.9 in | 10 in |
Curb Weight | 4335 lb. | 2825 lb. | 1510 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 54.7 in | 8.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.9 in | -50.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.5 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 36.7 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 53.9 in | 10.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.1 in | -50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 37.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 28.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 15.1 | 67.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 125.9 ft3 |
2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |
2013 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 2013 Nissan Sentra.