2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 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 64 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 473 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, 2000 Nissan Sentra (184 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Corsa 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 | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sentra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 125 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 | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
