2006 Infiniti M vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti M | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | M | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
