2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 1995 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Supra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Supra 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 1995 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1995 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Sentra | 1995 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sentra | Supra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |