Car A
Nissan Altima
The Nissan Altima offers good value in its segment, combining 190 hp and a 7.3 s 0-100 km/h with a 5-star safety rating. With five seats, a 437 L trunk, and FWD, it suits compact-family use and road trips.
Nissan Altima
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Volkswagen Passat B7
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Car B
Volkswagen Passat B7
With strong efficiency and cargo space, this petrol FWD Passat B7 suits road trips and growing families. It favors practicality and safety over premium touches or outright performance.
Why compared
cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price
Usage fit
Family
61
/
64
City
50
/
42
Budget / value
65
/
65
Road trip
52
/
65
Performance
30
/
30
Cargo
24
/
32
Practical
41
/
46
Premium
23
/
28
Winter
26
/
30
Scores out of 100. Blue = Nissan Altima · Orange = Volkswagen Passat B7
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Nissan Altima
Volkswagen Passat B7
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.
Pros & cons
Nissan Altima
- Good value at about $25,000
- 5-star safety rating for family duty
- Responsive 0-100 km/h in 7.3 s (190 hp)
- 5 seats and a 437 L trunk balance passengers and luggage
- FWD may not satisfy buyers wanting AWD traction
- 8.4 L/100 km combined consumption isn't the thriftiest
- 437 L trunk can be limiting for cargo-heavy use
- Not targeted at premium shoppers
Volkswagen Passat B7
- Generous 586 L trunk supports road trips and family cargo needs.
- 6.1 L/100 km combined consumption is efficient for its class on long drives.
- Signals strong safety standing, adding reassurance for families.
- Offers good value in its segment around a 25,000 price point.
- Front-wheel drive in this configuration will not satisfy buyers wanting AWD traction.
- 125 hp and an 8.6 s 0-100 km/h mean it is not aimed at performance driving.
- Not positioned as a premium choice if you want upscale features and finishes.
- Five seats only—no third row for larger families.
Verdict
Pick Nissan Altima if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Nissan Altima is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Volkswagen Passat B7 if…
Performance & capability
Volkswagen Passat B7 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.