2003 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 114 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2003 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jeep Wrangler | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Wrangler | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
