Choosing Between the Nissan Sentra and the Nissan Altima is a Win-Win

The Sentra and the Altima are two of Nissan’s most popular models. But which one is right for you?

You really can’t go wrong with either, but the best model for you may just depend on your traveling style.

The Nissan Sentra

If you’re a believer that good things come in small packages, the Nissan Sentra may be for you. The Sentra is a tad smaller than the Altima in more ways than one. For starters, the price is smaller, with the Sentra registering around $5,500 less than the Altima in terms of MSRP.

The Sentra carries a smaller standard engine with a 1.8-liter setup that produces 130 horsepower and 128 lb.-ft of torque. The smaller 13-gallon fuel tank is just one reason why the Sentra tips the scale a good 300 pounds less than the Altima. The Sentra is also shorter and slimmer than the Altima with less interior room almost across the board.    

So with all of the Sentra’s shorter offerings, where’s the advantage? In addition to the aforementioned price, the Sentra also returns a tidier turning radius and more nimble ride. City dwellers will love the Sentra’s agility. The Nissan Sentra is right for you if you’re looking at an affordable, practical car that’s easy to drive.

The Nissan Altima

If you like a little more performance in your driving, the Nissan Altima may be for you. The 179 horsepower and 177 lb.ft. of torque generated by the Altima’s 2.5-liter engine provides some additional zip to your driving experience. Impressively though, this added boost does not come at a sacrifice to the Altima’s 31 combined MPG.

In the Altima, you’ll find more room for gas with an 18-gallon tank along with more room for passengers and cargo alike. The Altima also provides a little bit more in terms of luxury with features such as leather door trim inserts, a push-button ignition, Siri Eyes Free audio controls, an LCD monitor with a driver information center and more.

Those who prefer to ride in style or who log long distance journeys will gravitate toward the Altima and it’s enhanced performance and luxury

Choose Martin Nissan

Whether you choose the Nissan Sentra or the Nissan Altima for your journey, make sure you choose Martin Nissan in Skokie, IL as your destination. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff can answer any questions about these two models and help you understand the difference between them.

The best way to determine which vehicle is right for you is to conduct a test drive, so stop into Martin Nissan and get behind the wheel of a Nissan Sentra and a Nissan Altima today.

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