2010 Nissan Sentra vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 880 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2005 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 2005 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Sentra | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Sentra | Carens |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
