2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Nissan Rogue. 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 2011 Nissan Rogue. 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
