2007 Acura CSX vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura CSX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Acura CSX. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura CSX | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | CSX | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1752 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
