1994 Nissan Sentra vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sentra. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 374 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sentra. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sentra | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sentra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1011 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
