Nissan Altima Hybrid vs. Toyota Prius Review

Performance
As far as horsepower, the Nissan Altima Hybrid packs quite a punch and will knock the Toyota down a few rungs. On the other hand, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With its tighter turning radius, the Toyota is definitely more agile than the Altima Hybrid, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the flip side, remember that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Nissan Altima Hybrid's engine is considerably larger than the Prius's. Bear in mind that larger engines may use more gas than smaller ones. The Toyota Prius could learn a lesson or two from the Nissan regarding torque.

Utility
The Nissan and the Toyota Prius can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
You'll definitely have to take the Toyota for a fill-up more often than the Nissan Altima Hybrid because of its tank size and gas mileage.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Nissan's front cabin compared to the Prius. The Toyota Prius is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Altima Hybrid.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Nissan Altima Hybrid than the Toyota Prius because of its bigger tank. The Prius and the Altima Hybrid compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the Nissan Altima Hybrid to the dealership as the Toyota. The Nissan Altima Hybrid pales in comparison to the Toyota Prius as far as gas mileage. Regarding fuel economy, the Toyota bests the Nissan Altima Hybrid. When it comes to MSRP, the Prius doesn't cost much less than the Nissan Altima Hybrid. The Nissan Altima Hybrid will cost you a lots_of_money in gas every year compared to the Toyota Prius.

Overview
The Prius and the Nissan have the same basic warranty.