2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 1 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2009 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Entourage | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Entourage | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |