2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Xterra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2700 mm |