2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 503 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Sentra | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
