2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1680 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
