2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
