2001 Acura Integra vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 228 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura Integra | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | Integra | Altima |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |