2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 341 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2003 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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 (237 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1229 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
