2025 Nissan
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 26 - 27 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 36 - 39 MPG | 40 - 42 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 182 - 188 hp | 158 hp |
| Exterior Length | 192.9 in | 186.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.9 in | 70.8 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 43.8 in
Rear 35.2 in |
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.0 - 39.1 in
Rear 36.7 - 36.9 in |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 37.2 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Jetta than the Nissan Altima, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Nissan Altima will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Jetta.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Nissan Altima as you will with the Volkswagen Jetta, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Nissan Altima will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Jetta, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Nissan Altima is much wider than the Volkswagen Jetta, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Nissan Altima, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Jetta.
Handling
The Nissan Altima has about the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Jetta, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan Altima is somewhat more powerful than the Volkswagen Jetta.
Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Nissan Altima doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Jetta.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Nissan Altima and the Volkswagen Jetta.