2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 186 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 2013 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Nissan | Lotus |
| Model | Sentra | Evora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
