2012 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Orlando would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Sentra | Orlando |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2760 mm |