2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
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 (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 2013 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
