2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 9 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 227 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | NV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
