2007 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 792 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Multivan | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
