2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra

To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu Altis and 2005 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.

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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Altis 2005 Nissan Sentra
Make Daihatsu Nissan
Model Altis Sentra
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 2362 cc 2507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 157 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 244 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1254 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2540 mm


 

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