2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 73 L |
