2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Nissan Titan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Titan | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
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 | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 98 L |