2002 Honda Inspire vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Inspire (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima.
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, 2002 Honda Inspire (401 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Inspire | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Inspire | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
