2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2007 Dacia Sandero
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Hardbody and 2007 Dacia Sandero were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 543 kg more than 2007 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Sandero, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2007 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Nissan | Dacia |
| Model | Hardbody | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
