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Nissan Sentra vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Sentra vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,080

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $5,310

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,437

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $4,620

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820092009
ModelSentraTaurusTaurus
TrimSE-R Spec VSELLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,570 $26,670 $30,670
Base Invoice $19,181 $24,453 $28,053
Sunroof 750 895 895
Floor mats 165    
Satellite radio 150    
Audio Package 750    
Sunroof 651 779 779
Floor mats 129    
Satellite radio 130    
Audio Package 651    
Options (change) 1,815 895 895
Options (change) 1,561 779 779
Destination 695 825 825
Total Price $23,080 $28,390 $32,390
Total Invoice $21,437 $26,057 $29,657

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,350
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,903
Model Year200820092009
ModelSentraTaurusTaurus
TrimSE-R Spec VSELLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4263hp V6263hp V6
TransmissionM6A6A6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/29 MPG18/28 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8?, 4?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17215/60-17225/55-18
Total Price$23,080$28,390$32,390
Adjustments for Features0-2,960-5,400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,080$25,430$26,990
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,560
Total Invoice$21,437$26,057$29,657
Adjustments for Features0-2,717-4,944
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,437$23,340$24,713
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,373

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year200820092009
ModelSentraTaurusTaurus
TrimSE-R Spec VSELLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150  
6-speed automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Universal garage door opener  $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Brake assist $50$50
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rollover sensor $50$50
Stability control $400$400
Traction control $100$100
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40  
Cargo net  $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Rear spoiler$200  
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 $100
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
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic headlights $125$125
Compass $0$0
Heated mirrors $25$25
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$100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350  
Chrome-clad alloy wheels  $600
Machined alloy wheels $350 
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$965$3,925$6,365
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,960$5,400
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,717-4,944

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20082009
ModelSentraTaurus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in112.9 in
Length179.8 in200.4 in
Width70.5 in74.5 in
Height59.5 in61.5 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.3,643 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in57.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in53.7 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in41.3 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft321.2 ft3

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested25042%
Total Not Requested35058%

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