2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (222 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2001 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 293 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2540 mm |