2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
