2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,506 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
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 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Sentra | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sentra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2506 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
