2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 76 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2660 mm |
