2011 Nissan Sentra vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 5 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 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, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 2013 Hyundai Sonata 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. 2013 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Sentra | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
