2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
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 Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
