2010 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 114 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Altima | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Altima | Altima |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |