2012 Nissan Sentra vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 530 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.

Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Nissan Sentra 2000 Toyota Tundra
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Sentra Tundra
Year Released 2012 2000
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type CVT Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4575 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1791 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1511 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2685 mm 3270 mm


 

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