2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 533 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | NV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
