2011 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 272 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Altima |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4572 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
