2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Altima | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |