Nissan Altima vs Volkswagen Passat Comparison

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	488 L	--
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	68 L	66 L
Kerb Weight	1439 kg	--
Length	4863 mm	4767 mm
Width	1830 mm	1832 mm
Height	1488 mm	1456 mm
Wheel Base	2775 mm	2791 mm
Turning Radius	6.1 m	--
No Of Doors	4	4
Seating Capacity	5 seats	--

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Engine Details

Engine	Inline 4 Cylinder, DOHC, 16 Valves	4-Cylinder, In-line,Turbo Fuel-injected Gasline Engine
Fuel Supply System	Multipoint Direct Injection	--
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
Compression Ratio	10.0 : 1	--

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Performance

Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline
Engine Displacement	2488 cc	1984 cc
Power	178 hp	217 hp
Torque	243 Nm	350 Nm
Top Speed	--	246 kmph

Steering

Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	--
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	--
Steering Type	Electric Power	Power

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs	Discs
Front Suspension	Independent Strut	Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type	Coil Spring	--

Transmission

Transmission Type	CVT	Automatic
Gear Box	Variable Speed	6-Speed
Drive Type	--	FWD

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	--
Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	--
Tyre Size	215/55 R17	215/55 R17
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R17	R17

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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	--
Ebd	Yes	--
Vehicle Stability Control System	No	--
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	No	--
Crash Sensor	Yes	--
Driver Airbag	Yes	--
Passenger Airbag	Yes	--
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	--
Side Airbag-Rear	Yes	--
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Rear Camera	Yes	--
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	No	--

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	--
Power Door Locks	Yes	--
Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	--

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	--
Central Console Armrest	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	--
Keyless Entry	Yes	--
Cruise Control	Yes	--
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	--
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	--

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Entertainment & Communication

USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	--
CD Player	Yes	--
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	--
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	--

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	--
Heated Seats - Front	Yes	--
Heated Seats - Rear	Yes	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	--
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	--
Folding Table Rear	No	--
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	No	--
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	--
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	--
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	--
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Halogen Projector Halogen Projector	--
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	No	--
Roof Carrier	No	--
Roof Rail	No	--
Sun Roof	No	--
Moon Roof	No	--
Removable Convertible Top	No	--
Side Stepper	No	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	No	--
Chrome Grille	Yes	Yes
Chrome Garnish	Yes	Yes

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