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Nissan Altima vs. Subaru Outback Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Altima vs. Subaru Outback Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,965

Nissan Altima 3.5 SR   
Difference: $1,585

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,420

Nissan Altima 3.5 SR   
Difference: $1,811

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112009
ModelAltimaOutback
Trim3.5 SR2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Base Price $25,110 $31,595
Base Invoice $23,272 $29,367
Sport Package 2,370  
Premium Package 2,380  
Floor mats 175  
Door sill trim plates 170  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   183
Universal garage door opener   77
Sport Package 2,056  
Premium Package 2,064  
Floor mats 134  
Door sill trim plates 134  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   119
Universal garage door opener   50
Options (change) 5,095 260
Options (change) 4,388 169
Destination 760 695
Total Price $30,965 $32,550
Total Invoice $28,420 $30,231

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Subaru Outback

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Altima 3.5 SR
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $290
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $608
Model Year20112009
ModelAltimaOutback
Trim3.5 SR2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Engine270hp V6243hp H4
TransmissionCVT-6M5
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/27 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)264, 9440, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/55-17
Total Price$30,965$32,550
Adjustments for Features0-1,295
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,965$31,255
Total Invoice$28,420$30,231
Adjustments for Features0-1,203
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,420$29,028

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Features Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20112009
ModelAltimaOutback
Trim3.5 SR2.5 XT Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100 
5-speed manual $0
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Rearview camera$200 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Hood scoop $100
Sunroof$900 
Sunroof, large $1100
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Satellite radio$200 
Surround sound $250
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125 
Automatic-off headlights $25
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Raised heavy-duty suspension $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,105$5,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,295
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,203

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Altima vs. Subaru Outback features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Subaru Outback

Model Year20112009
ModelAltimaOutback
Body4dr Sedan4dr Wagon
Wheelbase109.3 in105.1 in
Length190.7 in188.7 in
Width70.7 in69.7 in
Height57.9 in63.2 in
Curb Weight3,357 lb.3,535 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.8 in51.0 in
Row 1 Legroom44.1 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in53.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.5 in52.6 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in33.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		15.3 ft333.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		15.366.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Altima vs. Subaru Outback specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SR

Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested155076%
Total Not Requested50024%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Rear air vents100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Satellite radio200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Rearview camera200No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
USB port25No
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested140054%
Total Not Requested117546%

Option Package Details
Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Limited

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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