2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra. 2011 Audi Q5 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. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | Sentra | Q5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |