2002 Volkswagen W12 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 147 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2002 Volkswagen W12 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 2002 Volkswagen W12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (335 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen W12 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | W12 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
