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 B8
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Car B
Volkswagen Passat B8
The Volkswagen Passat B8 focuses on efficiency and practicality, delivering good value in its segment. With 5.2 L/100 km combined consumption and a 586 L trunk, it fits growing families and long-distance travel.
Why compared
same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match
Usage fit
Family
61
/
67
City
50
/
43
Budget / value
65
/
71
Road trip
52
/
64
Performance
30
/
25
Cargo
24
/
32
Practical
41
/
50
Premium
23
/
29
Winter
26
/
30
Scores out of 100. Blue = Nissan Altima · Orange = Volkswagen Passat B8
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Nissan Altima
Volkswagen Passat B8
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 B8
- 5.2 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class
- Large 586 L cargo area suits family gear and road trips
- Five seats and FWD make daily commuting straightforward
- Strong safety and reliability ranking signals
- Not aimed at performance driving or sporty feel
- Not positioned as a premium choice
- FWD layout may not satisfy buyers wanting AWD
- No electric-only range or battery data for EV-focused shoppers
Verdict
Pick Nissan Altima if…
Lower entry price
Nissan Altima starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Volkswagen Passat B8 if…
Performance & capability
Volkswagen Passat B8 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.