2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Sentra would be higher. Both 2009 Nissan Sentra and 2010 Nissan Frontier are equipped with a 2,488 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Sentra | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |