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Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,170

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $1,160

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,424

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $956

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082009
ModelTaurusTaurusSentra
TrimSELLimitedSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $23,635 $27,620 $21,160
Base Invoice $21,801 $25,388 $19,729
Sunroof 895 895 750
Limited-slip front differential     400
Audio Package     850
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     125
Floor mats     165
Sunroof 779 779 651
Limited-slip front differential     347
Audio Package     738
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     109
Floor mats     130
Options (change) 895 895 2,290
Options (change) 779 779 1,975
Destination 800 800 720
Total Price $25,330 $29,315 $24,170
Total Invoice $23,380 $26,967 $22,424

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $125
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1
Model Year200820082009
ModelTaurusTaurusSentra
TrimSELLimitedSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine263hp V6263hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionA6A6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG18/28 MPG21/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 7340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-17225/55-18225/45-17
Total Price$25,330$29,315$24,170
Adjustments for Features-1,035-3,5100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,295$25,805$24,170
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,510$0
Total Invoice$23,380$26,967$22,424
Adjustments for Features-955-3,2290
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,425$23,738$22,424
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,313$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year200820082009
ModelTaurusTaurusSentra
TrimSELLimitedSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000$1000 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Traction control$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat  $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents$100$100 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
SMS text-to-speech reader $25 
USB port $25 
Voice control for audio system $25 
Voice control for external devices $0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25 
Automatic headlights $125 
Compass$0$0 
Heated mirrors $25 
Outside temperature display $50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding passenger seat$150$150 
Folding second row seats$300$300 
Heated front seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50 
Memory system, driver seat $200 
Metal pedals  $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350
Machined alloy wheels$350$350 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$2,875$5,350$1,840
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,035$3,510$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-955-3,2290

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See a complete comparison of Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Sentra features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20082009
ModelTaurusSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.9 in105.7 in
Length200.4 in179.8 in
Width74.5 in70.5 in
Height61.5 in59.5 in
Curb Weight3,643 lb.3,078 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.5 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.7 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom41.3 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume21.2 ft313.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Taurus vs. Nissan Sentra specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Total Requested980100%
Total Not Requested00%
Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%

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