2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 493 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Trans Sport | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |