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2007 Hyundai Elantra vs 2007 Nissan Sentra

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#1 of 66 2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra by backy

Oct 15, 2006 (6:09 pm)

For the 2007 model year, the Hyundai Elantra and Nissan Sentra are all-new, and are the newest entries in the $16k-20k economy car class. They have several similarities, for example: compact sedans with mid-sized interiors (the largest in their class); three trim levels, including a top-end trim with standard leather (not available on competitors like Civic and Corolla); similar powerplants (2.0L, with 138 hp on the Elantra and 140 on the Sentra); and availability as a 4-door sedan only (although that may change soon for the Elantra at least).
 
What do you think of these all-new economy sedans?

#5 of 66 sentra by nodule

Oct 16, 2006 (6:59 am)

As for as appearance alone, its the 2007 Sentra hands down.
The new Elantra looks to girly, lady like and feminine, while
the Sentra looks more rugged and for a guy.

#6 of 66 Re: sentra [nodule] by backy

Oct 16, 2006 (7:21 am)

Replying to: nodule (Oct 16, 2006 6:59 am)
The 2007 Sentra looks like a Fusion in front, but with a cheaper-looking grille, and very much like the '01-'06 Elantra otherwise--except for the been-there-done-that-anybody-have-any-other-ideas clear taillamps.
 
The Corvette has curvy, sinuous lines also--like the new Elantra. I guess the Corvette is a "girly" car too?

#7 of 66 Re: sentra [backy] by doohickie

Oct 16, 2006 (8:09 am)

Replying to: backy (Oct 16, 2006 7:21 am)
The 2007 Sentra looks like a Fusion in front, but with a cheaper-looking grille, and very much like the '01-'06 Elantra otherwise--except for the been-there-done-that-anybody-have-any-other-ideas clear taillamps.
 
Really? Are we looking at the same car? I see Altima/Maxima Jr. in the Sentra and nothing more.
  
The Corvette has curvy, sinuous lines also--like the new Elantra. I guess the Corvette is a "girly" car too?
 
If the choice is between the new Elantra and the "manly" Caliber, I'd pick the new Elantra every time. (The Caliber styling is the worst I've seen since Aztec.)

#8 of 66 Re: sentra [doohickie] by backy

Oct 16, 2006 (8:46 am)

Replying to: doohickie (Oct 16, 2006 8:09 am)
I see Altima in the new Sentra also. But I always thought the Gen 3 Altima looked a lot like a stretched Gen 3 Elantra, from the A-pillar back. Look at the roofline, the character line on the side, the rear end (except those clear taillamps).
 
I'm not quite sure why some people equate chunky styling to a "guy" car. Maybe it's the (unfortunate) Hummer influence. There have been many cars over the years with curvy lines that were definitely NOT "girly" cars, e.g. Camaro, Corvette, Viper, RX-8, Javelin/AMX, Cobra, and any Jaguar.

#9 of 66 Re: sentra [nodule] by herotakesafall

Oct 16, 2006 (9:59 am)

Replying to: nodule (Oct 16, 2006 6:59 am)
From certain angles, the new Sentra looks too..."high" for its rear wheels. Ya know, like the Echo and the last Neon looked like.
 
http://www.edmunds.com/media/reviews/top10/worst.residual.vehicles/04.dodge.neon- - .500.jpg
http://echo.toyota.com.au/TWR/content/static/1940.jpg

#10 of 66 Neither look too hot by bamacar

Oct 16, 2006 (12:05 pm)

I don't think appearances are either of these cars strong suit.
 
Actually, the Sentra does look like a stodgier Altima jr. The heavy weight makes me wonder what the real world mileage will be also. It appears the Versa only gets about 28-30 if its Edmunds real world posters numbers are averaged. What does that mean for the Sentra - 25-28 mpg?
 
The Elantra exterior still looks influenced by the Corolla (sorry Backy). I actually like the front end more when I saw it in person yesterday. The back end is still very Corolla like. I think the interior is much nicer than past Elantras, and the EPA numbers look pretty good. I would like to see its real world mileage numbers. If the discounts come quickly and a manual SE is actually available on dealer lots, I may give one a try. I booted the Accent due to the unavailablity of factory cruise and aux input, and am glad both are available in the Elantra.
 
I think the Sentra is probably a loser, and the Elantra is probably a winner. I still think the Civic and Mazda3 lead from an exterior looks standpoint. Both Honda and Mazda took a few risks and did not take the conservative route like Hyundai and Nissan.

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