2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 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), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 241 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sentra | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
