2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |