2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 4 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 767 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i40. 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Sentra | i40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
