1999 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2002 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2002 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Sentra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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 Nissan Sentra (245 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Rasheen | 2002 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Rasheen | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
