2012 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Sentra | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
