2005 Lada Oka vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Oka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Oka would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 784 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Oka | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Oka | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2685 mm |
