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#19 of 50 Re: A dire decision, Please help. Altima vs Camry [mikolas] by kvwater Aug 28, 2007 (7:41 pm)
Replying to: mikolas (Aug 23, 2007 7:31 pm) I've owned 2 Nissans. A 1991 300 ZX and a 1996 Maxima. They were both extremely reliable. Just the normal wear and tear stuff like breaks and tires. I recently test drove the Camry and the Altima. The Camry was nice, but boring. My father has a Camry. The Altima was fun and had features that the Camry didn't. Like keyless entry and CVT. I'm currently driving a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I purchased it because I live in the Syracuse NY area. Very close to Buffalo. I don't know where you live now but snow is an issue up here! SUV's are great in snow but I personally felt more control driving in a car.I recommend getting snow tires and a standard shift if you know how to use it. A standard shift is great for driving in the snow and fun for when the weather is warm. Good luck!
#20 of 50 Re: A dire decision, Please help. Altima vs Camry [jd10013] by bv050506 Aug 31, 2007 (6:23 am)
Replying to: jd10013 (Aug 24, 2007 1:04 pm) I've made a couple of prior posts on the topic as I've owned both. I did test drive the 4cyl Altima and was impressed with the car. You should read consumer reports of about 3-4 months ago that did the comparo of these two cars. They loved the Altima and spoke very highly of the 4 banger. The Camry is truly reliable but lacks sole. It's basic transportation at its best. The Quest did have problems, but Altimas have faired much better. Sounds like you're fairly young........get the Altima and still get great gas mileage and have a car with some sexiness! Replies to this message: victrolajazz (Aug 31, 2007 12:27 pm) refined (Sep 02, 2007 3:56 pm) jd10013 (Sep 02, 2007 4:23 pm) motoguy128 (Mar 25, 2008 8:12 am) thegraduate (Jun 06, 2008 9:23 am) and 1 more...
#21 of 50 Re: A dire decision, Please help. Altima vs Camry [bv050506] by victrolajazz Aug 31, 2007 (12:27 pm)
Replying to: bv050506 (Aug 31, 2007 6:23 am) "You should read consumer reports of about 3-4 months ago that did the comparo of these two cars. They loved the Altima and spoke very highly of the 4 banger."   Message #381 in 2007 Altima:   For the March issue, Consumer Reports magazine tested five family sedans (Kia Optima, Saturn Aura, Pontiac G6 and Chrysler Sebring), titled it Leaping Ahead, with the sub-title The Redesigned Nissan Altima Accelerates to the Top of Our Ratings. Also, they tested both four cylinder and V-6 versions in this comprehensive test. The four cylinder won almost all the acceleration tests--only beat by .2 of a second by the Saturn Aura 45-65, had the best gas mileage of all. The V-6 won ALL the acceleration tests (0-60 6.4), (45-65 3.9), 1/4 mile 15, and got best mileage of all tested. It begins by saying "The Altima 3.5 SE virtually ties with the Honda Accord V6, our top-rated family sedan. The four-cylinder Altima 2.5S is relatively refined. Both are coupled to a smooth continuously variable transmission, which helps them attain commendable fuel economy." CR continues: "Both engines deliver strong acceleration yet get commendable fuel economy. The 175-HP 2.5-litre four cylinder accelerates better than some V6s and returned 25 MPG overall on regular fuel. Although it requires premium fuel, the smooth and punchy 270-HP 3.5-litre V6 returns 23 MPG (I'm actually hoping for better) overall, comparable to some four-cylinder engines. Both are mated to a smooth CVT. Braking performance is very good. Both halogen and HID low beams perform well but have a sharp cutoff." About the interior it says "The Altima has nicely textured, well-fitting materials. Drivers have plenty of room in the cockpit, even with the optional sunroof. The steering wheel has an awkward telescope adjustment and coarse tilt settings. While rear-visibility is hampered by a high rear deck, the 3.5 SE's optional backup camera works well. The Altima's bright back-lighted gauges are easy to read. The controls are straightforward and the optional navigation system is easy to use." I will have to say, on my first highway trip, I did find the seats harder than usual, as some others have pointed out, but not badly so. Replies to this message: refined (Sep 02, 2007 3:56 pm) jd10013 (Sep 02, 2007 4:23 pm) motoguy128 (Mar 25, 2008 8:12 am) thegraduate (Jun 06, 2008 9:23 am) wwest (Jun 06, 2008 4:04 pm)
#22 of 50 Re: 2007 Nissan Altima vs 2007 Camry [keithl] by altimate2007 Sep 01, 2007 (7:52 pm)
Replying to: keithl (Jun 26, 2007 2:28 pm) The reason the 2007 Altima's steering feels that way is that Nissan is shooting for less torque steer otherwise known as the steering wheel which has a mind of its own when lighting the tires or doing other maneuvers. I own a 2007 Altima 3.5SE and love it. To me it accelerates, steers and handles like a BMW and cost far less than the comparable 3 Series. Road feel is great, the car is quieter than past offerings but not so quiet that you feel isolated from the road. Whoever rates the Camry above the Altima clearly has not DRIVEN this vehicle and either drives like granny and likes a numb feel suspension wise,or is just looking for a plain Jane daily driver. This car looks classy, has soul and begs you to DRIVE it. the stock sound system is ok, I usually upgrade that sooner or later any way. Go to a nearby dealer and tell them you are interested in test driving this car and really DRIVE THE CAR. Don't just tickle it or as they say, drive it like you own it!
#23 of 50 2007 Nissan Altima 2.5S is a Hands Down Winner! by refined Sep 02, 2007 (3:56 pm)
Replying to: victrolajazz (Aug 31, 2007 12:27 pm) My 4cyl. 2007 Altima purchased about two weeks ago was about $200 less than my comparably equipped (automatic) 2003 Altima 2.5S. That summarizes exactly how I feel about this car. In a word: WOW! The redesign is excellent inside and outside -- firmness of seating notwithstanding. Sportier than Toyota Camry and without the acceleration issues many consumers have ascribed to Camry. What's not to like about the 2007 2.5S Altima? The updated styling, automotive technology (CVT transmission), and affordable financing options available through Nissan are all -- first rate!   I won't bash the competition, however, I 'm not aware of a better car anywhere for a working man's price. Replies to this message: jd10013 (Sep 02, 2007 4:23 pm)
#24 of 50 Re: 2007 Nissan Altima 2.5S is a Hands Down Winner! [refined] by jd10013 Sep 02, 2007 (4:23 pm)
Replying to: refined (Sep 02, 2007 3:56 pm) You forgot to mention the Ikey
#25 of 50 Re: A dire decision, Please help. Altima vs Camry [victrolajazz] by motoguy128 Mar 25, 2008 (8:12 am)
Replying to: victrolajazz (Aug 31, 2007 12:27 pm) My wife and I thought th Camry interior was too plain. Like a Buick. No personality. We loved the leather interior on the 2.5SL and a test drive confirmed that the steering feel was better, and the power from the 2.5 was far superior to Toyotas now dated 2.4L which is way behind the curve in the HP wars. The Altima has 175HP and more improtant 180ft-lbs... there's power everywhere. The Accord makes 190HP now, but it's towing along almost 300lbs more than the Altima and makes less power at low RPM's where it's used most. Accord has a bigger backseat, but smaller trunk.   Basically, more power, better EPA ratings, smaller dimensions, bigger trunk and huge gas tank. Nissan also had better deals than Toyota.   We had 4 adults in out Altima last weekend and there weren't any complaints. Performance wise, you didn't even notice the weight. That CVT and 2.5L combination is sweet. Why bother with a V6.   To another poster... check you manual, but premium is only recommended in the V6 for best performance, but I don't think it's required. The engine will altimatically retard the timing to compensate for the fuel your using. You'll may lose 2-3% in mileage and about 30 peak horsepower but not much if any loss at low RPM's in normal driving.... but premium costs about 10% more than regular.   I have hte same issue wiht my BMW motorcyle. I usually just use premium since it gets 40+mpg anyway, but I can use regular and take a 5-10HP hit. Replies to this message: thegraduate (Jun 06, 2008 9:23 am) wwest (Jun 06, 2008 4:04 pm)
#26 of 50 Altima or Camry by carguy65 Mar 26, 2008 (7:17 am)
I had a 2007 Camry, V6, I had problems so I went to a 2007 Altima SE V6, I thought the car was as good as the Camry, especially the CVT but I found the ride and Torque steer a problem. The Altima SE rides like a buckboard (an old wagon), but I know alot of people like the road feel, but I did not, in a cold climate and bad roads it sucked in that department. But if you want to feel the road that's the car, I bought a 2008 Camry, and I love the ride. The SE radio was better, blue tooth better, leather seats harder, and head room a bit more than the Camry, both cars great. But for me it's the Camry. Replies to this message: karpediem (Mar 26, 2008 1:27 pm) motoguy128 (Mar 27, 2008 9:24 am)
#27 of 50 Re: Altima or Camry [carguy65] by karpediem Mar 26, 2008 (1:27 pm)
Replying to: carguy65 (Mar 26, 2008 7:17 am) You should have test drove the 3.5 SL then, softer ride than the SE which has the sport tuned suspension.
#28 of 50 Re: Altima or Camry [carguy65] by motoguy128 Mar 27, 2008 (9:24 am)
Replying to: carguy65 (Mar 26, 2008 7:17 am) I'm suprised you didn't notice the stiffer ride in the SE when you test drove it. Yes, the SL has a softer ride. Torque steer is a fact of life with a torquey V6 and expecially with the responsive CVT. A conventional automatic gives you time to anticipate the steering wheel jerking a little, with CVT, the power is there immediately without waiting for a double, tripple or even a possible quadruple downshift as in the Camry.

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