2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Quest |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5222 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3022 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
