2011 Nissan Titan vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 1 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 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan 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 2011 Nissan Titan. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Titan | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Titan | Altima |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 313 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1796 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |