2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Sentra | GX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |
