2007 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 335 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |