2001 Nissan Altima vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, both 2001 Nissan Altima and 2001 Toyota Altezza were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 8 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Nissan Altima (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Nissan Altima | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Altima | Altezza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |