2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 605 kg more than 2003 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pickup. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Pickup |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5357 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 304 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2960 mm |