Both the 2019 Toyota Camry and the 2019 Nissan Altima have strong followings in the Chicago and Cicero areas, and if you're searching for a midsize sedan, you'll find plenty to get excited about in each model. However, when we compare the Altima vs. Camry in-depth, it's not hard to see that the Camry is bringing more to the table. If you're looking for a vehicle with superior fuel efficiency, interior features, and safety technologies, you'll certainly feel more satisfied behind the wheel of the Camry. Find out how they measure up and then schedule your test drive at Chicago Northside Toyota.
Camry vs. Altima: Safety
Toyota has made advanced safety technologies more accessible by including Toyota Safety Sense™ P (TSS-P) in every Camry. These aren't the only technologies that give it the edge.
2019 Toyota Camry | vs. | 2019 Nissan Altima |
Standard Toyota Safety Sense-P (TSS-P) | Advanced Safety Suite | No standard safety suite |
Secondary Collision Brake | Post-Collision Braking System | No post-collision braking system |
Safety Connect GPS tracking | Stolen Vehicle Tracking | No GPS-enabled response system |
Integrated backup camera with projected path | Backup Camera | Rearview monitor |
Daytime Running Headlights, standard | Daytime Visibility | No standard daytime headlights |
Learn more about the Camry safety features, which remain largely unchanged from 2018.
Camry vs. Altima: Interior Features and Design
The 2019 Nissan Altima interior is better equipped than in years past, but the 2019 Toyota Camry interior maintains its edge in several key areas.
2019 Toyota Camry | vs. | 2019 Nissan Altima |
Standard | On-Board Hands-Free Communication System | Available |
Standard Entune™ 3.0 | Infotainment | Standard NissanConnect® |
Standard | Apple CarPlay® | Standard |
Optional on XSE, XLE | Head-Up Display | Not available |
Yes | 60/40 Split Rear Back Seats | Yes |
Standard | Lumbar Support | Available |
Performance
Although all-wheel drive is only available on the Nissan Altima, the fuel economy, specs, engine options, and standard components of the Camry make it the better option overall.
2019 Toyota Camry | vs. | 2019 Nissan Altima |
Standard 2.5L four-cylinder or optional 3.5-Liter V-6 | Engine | Standard 2.5-Liter I-4 or optional 2.0-Liter Turbocharged I-4 |
203 hp baseline, 301 hp maximum | Power | 188 hp baseline, 248 hp maximum |
MacPherson strut front suspension | Suspension | Independent strut front suspension |
Direct Shift eight-speed automatic transmission | Transmission | XTRONIC CVT® |
Front and rear performance tires | Tires | Front and rear all-season tires |
29 mpg city and 41 mpg highway | Fuel Efficiency | 28 mpg city and 39 mpg highway |
Standard | Adaptive Cruise Control | Available |
Take an in-depth look at the Toyota Camry performance!
Test Drive the 2019 Toyota Camry at Chicago Northside Toyota
If you really want to know what distinguishes the Toyota Camry vs. Nissan Altima, then you'll have to get behind the wheel. Compare the new Camry to the Honda Accord or the Hyundai Sonata, and then contact Chicago Northside Toyota near Oak Park to experience the one-of-a-kind Camry for yourself! Start exploring our new vehicle inventory, as well as the 2020 Toyota Camry configurations today.
