2012 Nissan Sentra vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 454 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Sentra | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Sentra | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
