2000 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Golf | Sentra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4148 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1735 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2512 mm | 2700 mm |