2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (141 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 163 kg more than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
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 (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sentra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |