2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.

Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Express 2007 Nissan Sentra
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Express Sentra
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5359 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 200 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 80.3 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 55 L


 

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