2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 11 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (318 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sentra | Impala |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
