2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 112 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 701 kg more than 2001 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Armada |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |