2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Sentra | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sentra | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 301 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |