2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Veracruz | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
