2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 571 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Echo | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Echo | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2776 mm |
