2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
