2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 7 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (334 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Altima | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |