2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (138 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 101 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sentra | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
