2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 418 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 521 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |