2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 115 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 92 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Xterra | Impala |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
