2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA

To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 137 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Equinox 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Equinox ALTIMA
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3425 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4864 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1829 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 68 L


 

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