2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 354 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 125 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 125. 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 125 (271 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 125 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 125 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Sentra | 125 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
