2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1236 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
