2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (220 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Sentra | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sentra | V50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
