2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 876 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Cayenne | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | Cayenne | Sentra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |