2010 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 3 would be higher. Both 2010 Mazda 3 and 2013 Nissan ALTIMA are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 3 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1363 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
