2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Passat | Sentra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |