2011 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 918 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Because 2010 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Altima | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Altima | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |