2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Sentra 2012 Toyota Camry
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Sentra Camry
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 199 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.3 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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