2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Altima and 2008 Saturn Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Altima | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 46 L |
