2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Nissan President. (267 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 703 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (427 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan President. (394 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Nissan President | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | President |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 267 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 394 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3040 mm |