2012 Nissan Altima vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa 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 113 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 13 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Altima | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Altima | Previa |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2900 mm |