2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (241 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Sentra | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sentra | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |