The Altima performed well and seemed to have the power to merge quickly into the traffic flow at the freeway entrance ramp. However, it didn’t seem to have the quickness that I like while in the flow of traffic and I need to pass or maneuver quickly. The clutch appeared to be very sensitive—or the problem could have been my poor shifting skills—but several times I found myself stalled in intersections waiting to proceed or turn onto another street. The week I drove the car, my shifting skills didn’t improve, and the car didn’t appear interested in improving either.
Mechanical and Performance:
3.5DOHC 24-Valve 6-Cylinder Engine270 Horsepower and 258 lb-ft Torque
6-speed Manual Transmission
Anti-lock Braking System
Power rack and Pinion Steering
Exterior-Interior:
Dual chrome-tipped exhaust finishers
17-inch alloy wheels
Power heated sideview mirrors withintegrated turn signals
Cloth seat trim and 8-power driver seat
Vehicle information display
