2010 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 48 kg more than 2013 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 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Avensis | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
