2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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 4 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
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, 2008 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Altima | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
