2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
