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 |