2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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2004 Nissan Altima | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Altima | Cruze |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2505 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |