2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 242 kg more 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Altima | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
