2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2530 mm |
