2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
