Nissan Altima Hybrid vs. Nissan Altima Review

Utility
The Nissan Altima Hybrid and the Nissan Altima can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, the Nissan Altima packs quite a punch and will knock the Nissan Altima Hybrid down a few rungs. On the other hand, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums. The Nissan Altima Hybrid is likely to feel slightly sluggish because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Nissan Altima. With its very low horsepower-to-weight ratio, the Nissan Altima will knock you back into your seat when you accelerate.

Dimensions
The Nissan Altima Hybrid is somewhat heavier than the Nissan Altima.

Cost
The Nissan Altima Hybrid isn't much more expensive than the Nissan Altima as far as MSRP. The Nissan Altima Hybrid will save you a bundle at the pump every year compared to the Nissan Altima.

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Nissan Altima Hybrid and the Altima most definitely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Altima's engine is considerably more massive than the Altima Hybrid's. Remember that larger engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Altima is tremendously more powerful than the Nissan Altima Hybrid. Torque equals pickup, and the Nissan Altima will have picked up and gone by the time the Nissan Altima Hybrid finally gets moving.

Comfort
The Nissan Altima Hybrid is not particularly more spacious for your passengers than the Nissan Altima.

Overview
The Altima and the Nissan Altima Hybrid have the same basic warranty.