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Nissan Altima vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Nissan Altima vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,905 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL | |||||
| Difference: $3,480 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,482 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL | |||||
| Difference: $3,278 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Altima | Altima | Altima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5 SL | 3.5 SR | Hybrid | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $26,270 | $25,110 | $26,800 | $29,245 | $32,395 |
| Base Invoice | $24,424 | $23,272 | $25,116 | $27,273 | $30,178 |
| Technology Package | 1,780 | 1,780 | 1,780 | ||
| Fog lights | 310 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 370 | ||||
| Premium Audio Package | 1,240 | ||||
| Floor mats | 175 | 175 | 110 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,380 | 4,230 | |||
| Sport Package | 2,370 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,300 | ||||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||||
| Technology Package | 1,543 | 1,543 | 1,543 | ||
| Fog lights | 251 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 295 | ||||
| Premium Audio Package | 1,075 | ||||
| Floor mats | 134 | 134 | 84 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,064 | 3,669 | |||
| Sport Package | 2,056 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,127 | ||||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |||
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||||
| Options (change) | 3,875 | 6,705 | 7,420 | 4,355 | 2,555 |
| Options (change) | 3,298 | 5,797 | 6,423 | 3,702 | 2,172 |
| Destination | 760 | 760 | 760 | 785 | 785 |
| Total Price | $30,905 | $32,575 | $34,980 | $34,385 | $35,735 |
| Total Invoice | $28,482 | $29,829 | $32,299 | $31,760 | $33,135 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Altima 2.5 SL | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,210 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,104 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Altima | Altima | Altima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5 SL | 3.5 SR | Hybrid | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 175hp I4 | 270hp V6 | 158hp I4 H | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | CVT-6 | CVT-6 | CVT | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 264, 9 | 264, 9 | 264, 9 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 215/55-17 | 215/60-16 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $30,905 | $32,575 | $34,980 | $34,385 | $35,735 |
| Adjustments for Features | -590 | -1,115 | 0 | -1,860 | -2,360 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,315 | $31,460 | $34,980 | $32,525 | $33,375 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,145 | $4,665 | $0 | $850 |
| Total Invoice | $28,482 | $29,829 | $32,299 | $31,760 | $33,135 |
| Adjustments for Features | -544 | -1,021 | 0 | -1,718 | -2,188 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,938 | $28,808 | $32,299 | $30,042 | $30,947 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $870 | $4,361 | $0 | $905 |
Features Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Altima | Altima | Altima | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5 SL | 3.5 SR | Hybrid | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| CVT | $1000 | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $3,645 | $4,170 | $3,055 | $4,915 | $5,415 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $590 | $1,115 | $0 | $1,860 | $2,360 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -544 | -1,021 | 0 | -1,718 | -2,188 |
Specifications Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Altima | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,181 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 44.1 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.8 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.5 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.5 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.8 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 2.5 SL
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 90 | 11% |
| Premium Audio Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 375 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 59% |
Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SR
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1875 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 27% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 34% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 90 | 11% |
Option Package Details
Nissan Altima Hybrid
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 855 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 240 | 22% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Rear air vents | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2800 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 20% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | 25 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 14% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 49% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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