2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Titan. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Titan.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Titan. 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Titan. (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |