2011 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan GT-R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan GT-R would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 332 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Altima | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Altima | GT-R |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |