2004 BMW 630 vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 636 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 630 (300 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 630 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
