2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sentra | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 135 L |
