2005 Toyota Aygo vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 534 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Aygo | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Aygo | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |