2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 997 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Altima | Livina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 154 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |