2007 Acura TSX vs. 1999 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sentra. 2007 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1999 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TSX | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
