2020 Hyundai ACCENT vs. 2020 Nissan Sentra
When we compare the 2020 Hyundai ACCENT's and the 2020 Nissan Sentra's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Hyundai ACCENT has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and resale value. The 2020 Nissan Sentra has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 Hyundai ACCENT and 2020 Nissan Sentra have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Hyundai ACCENT's and the 2020 Nissan Sentra's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Nissan Sentra is a better car than the 2020 Hyundai ACCENT.
2020 Hyundai ACCENT vs. 2020 Nissan Sentra Pricing
A used 2020 Hyundai ACCENT ranges from $13,293 to $20,328 while a used 2020 Nissan Sentra is priced between $16,988 to $23,988.
2020 Hyundai ACCENT vs. 2020 Nissan Sentra Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Hyundai ACCENT loses 40.6 percent of its value and the 2020 Nissan Sentra loses 44.1 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Hyundai ACCENT retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Nissan Sentra.
2020 Hyundai ACCENT vs. 2020 Nissan Sentra Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ACCENT is 7.9 out of 10 while the Nissan Sentra's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai ACCENT being ranked 19 out of 43 Best Small Cars and the Nissan Sentra being ranked 18 out of 43.
2020 Hyundai ACCENT vs. 2020 Nissan Sentra Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ACCENT is 7.7 out of 10. For the Nissan Sentra the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Nissan Sentra a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ACCENT.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Hyundai ACCENT’s base engine makes 120 horsepower, and the 2020 Nissan Sentra base engine makes 149 horsepower. Both the ACCENT and the Sentra are rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 464 and 484 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 Nissan Sentra, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 Hyundai ACCENT, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the area of rear head room. The 2020 Hyundai ACCENT and 2020 Nissan Sentra are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2020 Nissan Sentra has higher safety ratings than the 2020 Hyundai ACCENT, with an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13293 - 20328
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.406343
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16988 - 23988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.441364
Hyundai ACCENT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.860377 / 10
Reliability:
7.681131 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Nissan Sentra Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.162443 / 10
Reliability:
7.88733 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.1 / 10
Hyundai ACCENT Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 43Ranking
19 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
34 out of / 43Nissan Sentra Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 18Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
19 out of / 43Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
24 out of / 26Ranking
24 out of / 26Ranking
28 out of / 43Ranking
41 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Hyundai ACCENT Trim Levels
Limited, SE, SEL
2020 Nissan Sentra Trim Levels
S, SR, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.55 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
120 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
113 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
149 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
146 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 39 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 39 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 484 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
44 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2502 lbs
Width:
68.1 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
172.6 inches
Wheelbase:
101.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3047 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
106.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16