2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,899 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 401 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
