2012 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 29 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Colorado | Sentra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |