2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge 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, 2011 Ford Edge (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sentra | Edge |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
