2011 Nissan Sentra vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 328 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Sentra | G |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
