2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 68 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
