2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 315 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 300 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
