2010 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sentra | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
