2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 822 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 2010 Toyota Avalon 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. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 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 | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
