2005 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Jetta | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
