The 2021 Toyota Camry and the Nissan Altima are both well-rounded midsize sedans, and either one could be a good choice to upgrade your Springfield commute. While both vehicles offer a comfortable and spacious interior and similar fuel economy ratings, the Camry delivers more powerful performance on your daily drives. Find out which of these sedans is the better choice for you in this Toyota Camry vs. Nissan Altima comparison from Sam Leman Toyota Bloomington.
Altima vs. Camry: Performance
With either the Toyota Camry or the Nissan Altima, you’ll get a strong 4-cylinder engine as standard. Both sedans share similar EPA-Estimated fuel economy ratings, and both are also available with all-wheel drive, which provides enhanced traction and control in challenging weather and road conditions. But when you take a closer look at base engine output, you’ll find that the Camry engine is the more powerful of the two. Review the Altima vs. Camry performance specs below to see which can provide the get-up-and-go you want on Normal-area roads.
2021 Toyota Camry
- 2.5L Dynamic Force Engine
- 203 hp
- 184 lb-ft of torque
- 28 City/39 Highway MPG**
2021 Nissan Altima
- 2.5L Direct Injection Engine
- 188 hp
- 180 lb-ft of torque
- 28 City/39 Highway MPG
Altima vs. Camry: Interior Dimensions
The new Camry received a model refresh for 2021, complete with a redesigned interior with a driver-focused console and a suite of premium features. All of the available Altima and Camry trim levels share similar interior dimensions. However, the Toyota Camry offers more rear head room and leg room, which may be a deciding factor if you have a growing family or frequently carpool with friends. Compare the Toyota Camry vs. Nissan Altima interior dimensions below to find out which sedan will best suit your Morton-area driving needs.
2021 Toyota Camry
- Head room (front): 38.3 inches
- Head room (rear): 38.0 inches
- Leg room (front): 42.1 inches
- Leg room (rear): 38.0 inches
- Cargo Space: 15.1 cubic feet
2021 Nissan Altima
- Head room (front): 39.2 inches
- Head room (rear): 36.9 inches
- Leg room (front): 43.8 inches
- Leg room (rear): 35.2 inches
- Cargo Space: 15.4 cubic feet
Test Drive the Toyota Camry at Sam Leman Toyota Bloomington!
The Toyota Camry and the Nissan Altima are comparable sedans, but the Camry will offer you more power and more accommodating interior space, especially for your passengers in the back seat. Take a look at our current Camry lease specials, and then contact us to schedule a test drive today! If you are interested in a budget-friendly option, check out our inventory of used Camry models. Find the right Toyota sedan at the right price today at Sam Leman Toyota Bloomington!
Disclaimers:
*MSRP excludes the Delivery, Processing, and Handling Fee of $995 for Cars (Yaris HB, Yaris, Yaris iA, 86, Corolla, Corolla HB, Camry, Camry HV, Prius LB, Prius c, Prius Prime, Mirai, Avalon, Avalon HV, Supra), $1,175 for Small/Medium Trucks, SUVs and Van (C-HR, RAV4, RAV4 HV, Highlander, Highlander HV, 4Runner, Sienna, Tacoma), $1,365 for Large SUVs (Sequoia, Land Cruiser), and $1,595 for Large Truck (Tundra). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for processing, handling and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota’s charge for these services is called the “Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee” and is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota’s overall pricing structure. Toyota may make a profit on the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee.) Excludes taxes, license, title and available or regionally required equipment. The Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX will be higher. The published prices do not apply to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Actual dealer price will vary.
**EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy
