2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 12 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 33 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 186 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sentra | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 165 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 | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
