2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sentra | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
