2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R

To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 7 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 633 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.

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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2012 Nissan GT-R
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Silverado GT-R
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5357 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 530 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 607 Nm
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2370 kg 1737 kg
Vehicle Length 5740 mm 4671 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1369 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2779 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 74 L


 

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