2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
