2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Sentra and 2008 Hyundai Trajet were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 593 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Sentra | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | Sentra | Trajet |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |