2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
