2013 Nissan Sentra vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, both 2013 Nissan Sentra and 2013 Nissan Z were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 199 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Z 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 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sentra | Z |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1294 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4625 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1496 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
