2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra

To start off, both 2005 Nissan Primera 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 686 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 Primera (360 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Primera 2005 Nissan Sentra
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Primera Sentra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 244 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1254 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 50 L


 

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