2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Altima (220 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Altima | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
