2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 355 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 2011 BMW 123 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 2011 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Sentra | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Sentra | 123 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
