1996 Nissan Sentra vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Logan weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Renault Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Sentra | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | Logan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
