2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
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 Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 468 kg more than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. 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 (454 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
