2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,505 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 988 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Sentra | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sentra | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 99 L |
