2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 6 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Sentra | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
