2009 Toyota Camry vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Camry | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Camry | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |