2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 730 kg more than 1996 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Patrol |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |