2012 Infiniti EX vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX 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 2012 Infiniti EX. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti EX | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | EX | Altima |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1572 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
