2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Almera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Almera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
