2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 305 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 (334 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sentra | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1557 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
