2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2432 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |