2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 677 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Altima | Titan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 140 L |
