2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 394 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
