2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (141 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
