1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 116 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Avenger | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Avenger | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
