2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pickup is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 329 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Pickup |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |