2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 186 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (225 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Passat | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
