2010 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti M | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | M | Altima |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
