2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Sentra | Boxter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |