2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra

To start off, both 2008 Nissan X-Trail and 2008 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 805 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan X-Trail 2008 Nissan Sentra
Make Nissan Nissan
Model X-Trail Sentra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2184 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 199 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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