2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 258 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Hardbody | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
