2003 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 42 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Altima | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Altima | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |
