2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 1 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Entourage | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Entourage | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
