2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1999 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1999 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
