2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 GMC Terrain

To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Nissan Sentra 2010 GMC Terrain
Make Nissan GMC
Model Sentra Terrain
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2507 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4707 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2858 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 68 L


 

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