2021 Kia Forte vs. 2020 Nissan Sentra
When we compare the 2021 Kia Forte's and the 2020 Nissan Sentra's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Kia Forte 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 fuel efficiency, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2021 Kia Forte and 2020 Nissan Sentra have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Kia Forte's and the 2020 Nissan Sentra's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Nissan Sentra is a better car than the 2021 Kia Forte.
2021 Kia Forte vs. 2020 Nissan Sentra Pricing
A used 2021 Kia Forte ranges from $16,000 to $23,949 while a used 2020 Nissan Sentra is priced between $16,988 to $23,988.
2021 Kia Forte vs. 2020 Nissan Sentra Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Kia Forte loses 39.8 percent of its value and the 2020 Nissan Sentra loses 44.1 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Kia Forte retains 4.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Nissan Sentra.
2021 Kia Forte vs. 2020 Nissan Sentra Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Forte is 7.9 out of 10 while the Nissan Sentra's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Kia Forte being ranked 15 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Nissan Sentra being ranked 13 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Kia Forte is ranked 23 and the Nissan Sentra is ranked 18.
2021 Kia Forte vs. 2020 Nissan Sentra Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Forte is 7.6 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 Kia Forte.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Kia Forte’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2020 Nissan Sentra base engine makes 149 horsepower. The Forte is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The Sentra is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 484 miles.This gives the 2020 Nissan Sentra the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2021 Kia Forte the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Kia Forte and 2020 Nissan Sentra are comparable in regards to interior volume
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2020 Nissan Sentra has higher safety ratings than the 2021 Kia Forte, 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:
16000 - 23949
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.397863
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16988 - 23988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.441364
Kia Forte Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.866667 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 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
Kia Forte Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 18Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
27 out of / 43Ranking
27 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
2021 Kia Forte Trim Levels
EX, FE, GT, GT-Line, LXS
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 / 60000 miles
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:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 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:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 37 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 518 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
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
15.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 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:
2707 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 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 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16