2011 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 462 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Murano | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Murano | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1359 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
