2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (266 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
