2002 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Prius |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
