Chevrolet Classic vs Nissan Altima
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Altima
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet ClassicFleet | Nissan AltimaSV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Fleet | SV |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2005 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet ClassicFleet | Nissan AltimaSV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $19,690 (best) | $27,580 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $24,120 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $24,120 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $24,120 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet ClassicFleet | Nissan AltimaSV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 39 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal | 16 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet ClassicFleet | Nissan AltimaSV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 140 hp | 188 hp (best) |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft | 180 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet ClassicFleet | Nissan AltimaSV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 17.3 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,106 lbs (best) | 3,281 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107 in | 111 in (best) |
| Length | 190.4 in | 193 in (best) |
| Width | 69.4 in | 73 in (best) |
| Height | 56.4 in | 57 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet ClassicFleet | Nissan AltimaSV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Classic | Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fleet $19,690 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SV $27,580 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | SV $29,080 MSRP |
| 3 | — | SR $28,980 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SR AWD $30,480 MSRP |
