2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1372 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
