2011 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 531 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Altima | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
