1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 641 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Armada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |
