2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (170 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 332 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
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2009 Nissan Altima | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Altima | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |