2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 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 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 13 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (257 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
