2004 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (149 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 79 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Bora | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Bora | Sentra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |