1998 Nissan Altima XE MT
The 1998 Nissan Altima XE MT is a 150-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual w/od and front-wheel drive. It starts at $14,990 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
It makes 150 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 154 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The Altima measures 183.5 inches long on a 103.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,858 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $14,990 ($29,888 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.4L I4 (KA24DE), gas, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 150 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 154 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Injection Type | SFI (Sequential Fuel Injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual w/OD |
| 1st Gear | 3.29 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.85 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.21 |
| 4th Gear | 0.95 |
| 5th Gear | 0.74 |
| Reverse | 3.43 |
| Final Drive | 3.65 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 15.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent strut w/coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Independent strut w/coil springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.87 in |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.63 in |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 10.9 in x 0.87 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 x 6.0 in (steel) |
| Wheels Rear | 15 x 6.0 in (steel) |
| Tires Front | P195/65R15 |
| Tires Rear | P195/65R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 183.5 in |
| Width | 69.1 in |
| Height | 56 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in |
| Front Track | 59.3 in |
| Rear Track | 58.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,858 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.8 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52.6 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars