2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1163 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion.
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, 2002 Toyota Allion (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Allion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
