Dodge Dart vs. Nissan Altima
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Dart and Nissan Altima contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Dodge Dart and the Nissan Altima.
In comparing the Dodge Dart's and the Nissan Altima's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Dart has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Nissan Altima has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Dart's and the Nissan Altima's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Altima is a better car than the Dodge Dart.
Pricing: A used 2016 Dodge Dart ranges from $4,987 to $13,511 while a used 2016 Nissan Altima is priced between $5,995 to $15,994.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Dart’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the Nissan Altima base engine makes 182 horsepower. The Dart is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 511 miles. The Altima is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 702 miles. This gives the Nissan Altima the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Dodge Dart. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Nissan Altima has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Dodge Dart has the advantage in the area of front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: The Nissan Altima has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
16995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
19416
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
15990 - 35650
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
22500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
24126
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
21495 - 38750
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
8616
Price Range:
4987 - 13511
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
12104
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
8616 - 21367
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
112
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
105285
# Good or Great Deals:
41
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
10725
Price Range:
5995 - 15994
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
12398
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
9889 - 16048
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
500
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
114414
# Good or Great Deals:
181
Dodge Dart Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Altima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Dart
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)
2.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)
0.4 - 9.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.024
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Altima
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
1.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
2.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
0.1 - 4.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.194
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.402425623219347
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
0.9 - 8.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.222934797629377
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
5.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.9 - 10.1
Dodge Dart Rankings
Not yet available
Nissan Altima Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Dodge Dart Trim Levels
Aero, GT, GT Sport, GT Sport Blacktop, Limited, SE, SXT, SXT Sport, SXT Sport Blacktop, SXT Sport Rallye, Turbo
Nissan Altima Trim Levels
2.5, 2.5 S, 2.5 SL, 2.5 SR, 2.5 SV, 3.5 SL, 3.5 SR
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
148 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
180 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
355 / 511 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 39 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
486 / 702 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
45 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3122 lbs
Width:
72 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
183.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3197 lbs
Width:
72 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
191.9 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/60R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Pitch Black Clear Coat
Blue
Laser Blue Pearl Coat
Red
TorRed Clear Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Storm Blue
Red
Cayenne Red
Silver
Brilliant Silver
White
Glacier White / Pearl White
Brown
Java Metallic
Gray
Gun Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Beige
Beige
