2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1241 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
