2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 8 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, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 601 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |