2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Titan | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 129 L |