2011 Nissan Sentra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 2004 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Nissan Sentra | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sentra | Passat |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |