2008 Acura RL vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 346 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RL | Sentra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 237 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |