2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 974 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Cayenne | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
