2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (141 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 948 kg more than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sentra | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
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 | 141 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |