2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 835 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Sentra | MDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1229 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
