2012 Toyota iQ vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 665 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota iQ | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | iQ | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3051 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 68 L |
