2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Altima | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |