2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
