2012 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 3 would be higher. Both 2012 Nissan Altima and 2010 Mazda 3 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. 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 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Altima | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Altima | 3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |