2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 7 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 442 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Sentra | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Sentra | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |