2012 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chrysler Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chrysler Delta 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 150 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 27 kg more than 2011 Chrysler Delta. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Altima | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | Altima | Delta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2710 mm |
