2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 232 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Sentra | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
