2002 Nissan Almera vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Almera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Almera, 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera. 2010 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Almera | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Almera | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
