2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sentra | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
