2002 Nissan Sentra vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Sentra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Sentra. (245 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Sentra. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Sentra | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
