2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 303 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
