2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 144 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 393 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (427 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
