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Daewoo Leganza vs Nissan Altima

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2002 Daewoo Leganza

Nissan logo

2026 Nissan Altima

Overview

SpecDaewoo LeganzaSENissan AltimaSV
Selected trimSESV
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20022026

Pricing & market

SpecDaewoo LeganzaSENissan AltimaSV
MSRP$14,599 (best)$27,580
Lowest listing price$10,995 (best)
Median listing price$19,772 (best)
Highest listing price$30,470 (best)
For sale now060 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecDaewoo LeganzaSENissan AltimaSV
Combined MPG21 MPG32 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG27 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG39 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.8 gal16 gal (best)

Performance

SpecDaewoo LeganzaSENissan AltimaSV
Horsepower131 hp188 hp (best)
Torque148 lb-ft180 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecDaewoo LeganzaSENissan AltimaSV
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Curb weight3,102 lbs (best)3,281 lbs
Ground clearance5 in (best)
Wheelbase105.1 in111 in (best)
Length183.9 in193 in (best)
Width70 in73 in (best)
Height56.6 in57 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecDaewoo LeganzaSENissan AltimaSV
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)3 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)3 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (best)

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.

TrimDaewoo LeganzaNissan Altima
1

SE

$14,599 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SV

$27,580 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

CDX

$18,599 MSRP

SV

$29,080 MSRP

3

SR

$28,980 MSRP

4

SR AWD

$30,480 MSRP

Live inventory

Daewoo Leganza vs Nissan Altima FAQ

Which is better: 2002 Daewoo Leganza or 2026 Nissan Altima?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2002 Daewoo Leganza vs 2026 Nissan Altima on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2002 Daewoo Leganza or 2026 Nissan Altima?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2002 Daewoo Leganza starts lower at $14,599. Live Nissan Altima listings start at $10,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2002 Daewoo Leganza or 2026 Nissan Altima?
The 2002 Daewoo Leganza leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (14,599).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2002 Daewoo Leganza or 2026 Nissan Altima?
The 2026 Nissan Altima leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
Which has better horsepower: 2002 Daewoo Leganza or 2026 Nissan Altima?
The 2026 Nissan Altima leads on horsepower in this comparison (188).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2002 Daewoo Leganza vs 2026 Nissan Altima?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Altima (5/5 NHTSA overall).