2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (241 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 294 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
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2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Pathfinder | Impala |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 355 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1952 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1851 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |