2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ

To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 315 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.

Because 2013 Subaru BRZ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Subaru BRZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Nissan Altima 2013 Subaru BRZ
Make Nissan Subaru
Model Altima BRZ
Year Released 2010 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2500 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 219 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 6600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type CVT Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1574 kg 1259 kg
Vehicle Length 4844 mm 4235 mm
Vehicle Width 1796 mm 1775 mm
Vehicle Height 1481 mm 1285 mm
Wheelbase Size 2776 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.1 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 6.7 L/100km 9.6 L/100km