1995 Nissan Sentra vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sentra. 2002 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Sentra | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sentra | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
