2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Sentra | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
