2006 Toyota Aygo 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 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 394 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Aygo | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Aygo | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
