2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Altima | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |