2012 Nissan Titan vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima. 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Titan | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Titan | Altima |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2480 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 76 L |