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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: $24,380

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $10,005

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,564

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $8,829

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112009
ModelSentraTaurus
TrimSE-R Spec VLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,620 $30,670
Base Invoice $19,228 $28,053
Upgrade Package 2,600  
Mud guards 150  
Floor mats 120  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 130  
Sunroof   895
Navigation system   1,995
Upgrade Package 2,255  
Mud guards 115  
Floor mats 94  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 112  
Sunroof   779
Navigation system   1,736
Options (change) 3,000 2,890
Options (change) 2,576 2,515
Destination 760 825
Total Price $24,380 $34,385
Total Invoice $22,564 $31,393

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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: $5,565
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,775
Model Year20112009
ModelSentraTaurus
TrimSE-R Spec VLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4263hp V6
TransmissionM6A6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG18/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/55-18
Total Price$24,380$34,385
Adjustments for Features0-4,440
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,380$29,945
Total Invoice$22,564$31,393
Adjustments for Features0-4,054
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,564$27,339

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20112009
ModelSentraTaurus
TrimSE-R Spec VLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $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
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor $50
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Automatic headlights $125
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding passenger seat $150
Folding second row seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,650$6,090
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,440
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,054

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20112009
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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Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Limited-slip front differential500No
Rearview camera200No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested178063%
Total Not Requested105037%

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested60089%
Total Not Requested7511%

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