2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 5 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 655 kg more than 2013 Infiniti M.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Sentra | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
