2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 476 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | GT-R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 74 L |