2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
