2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris. 2007 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Auris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Auris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Auris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
