2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida

To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Nissan Sentra 1993 Toyota Cressida
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Sentra Cressida
Year Released 2000 1993
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 279 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2740 mm


 

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