2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
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 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen GTI | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | GTI | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1401 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4213 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
