2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sentra | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
