2004 Infiniti I vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 41 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti I | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | I | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
