2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.

Because 2006 Maserati Coupe 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 2006 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Maserati Coupe 2007 Nissan Sentra
Make Maserati Nissan
Model Coupe Sentra
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4244 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 452 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 55 L


 

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