2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1380 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 (488 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 391 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 Weight | 2910 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |