2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sentra | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
