2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina.
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 Nissan Sentra (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Sentra | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sentra | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |