2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 125 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.
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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sentra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
