2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2003 Toyota Crown 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 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Sentra | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sentra | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |