2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 72 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 Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sentra | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
