Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. Nissan Truck
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Nissan Truck contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the Nissan Truck.
In comparing the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's and the Nissan Truck's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Nissan Truck has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's and the Nissan Truck's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ranges from $39,985 to $68,286 while a used 1997 Nissan Truck is priced between $4,495 to $13,997.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Nissan Truck base engine makes 134 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the Nissan Truck is available in a Extended Cab or a Regular Cab configuration.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has an average safety rating of 4.40 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$42,633 - $72,523
Starting MSRP:
$36,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$41,113
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$36,770 - $52,850
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$11,469
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$53,061
Price Range:
$39,985 - $68,286
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$59,079
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$48,160 - $71,208
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
6,045
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
11,755
# Good or Great Deals:
1,799
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$7,992
Price Range:
$4,495 - $13,997
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
5
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
126,810
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Nissan Truck Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
12.1
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
12.1
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
11.3 - 14.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
51.7%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Truck
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
1.5 - 10.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
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3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 8Nissan Truck Rankings
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
69.9 inches, 79.4 inches, 98.2 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trim Levels
Custom, Custom Trail Boss, High Country, LT, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, RST, Work Truck, ZR2
Nissan Truck Trim Levels
Base, SE, XE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.40 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
430 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9100 lbs
Max Payload:
2250 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
154 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1400 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 345 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4410 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
75.7 inches
Length:
210.9 inches
Wheelbase:
126.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2820 lbs
Width:
65 inches
Height:
62 inches
Length:
174.6 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
255/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Doeskin Tan
Black
Black
Blue
Glacier Blue Metallic / Indigo Blue / Lakeshore Blue Metallic
Gray
Dark Ash Metallic / Light Autumnwood Metallic / Pewter / Slate Gray Metallic / Sterling Gray Metallic
Green
Green / Unripened Green Metallic / Woodland Green
Orange
Tangier Orange
Red
Dark Toreador Red / Red Hot
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Yellow
Wheatland Yellow
Exterior Colors
Beige
Beige Metallic
Black
Super Black
Blue
Blue Metallic / Starfire Blue Pearl Metallic
Gray
Purple Charcoal Metallic
Green
Vivid Teal Pearl Metallic
Orange
Not available
Red
Aztec Red / Cherry Red Pearl Metallic / Yellow Red Pearl Metallic
Silver
Platinum Gold Metallic
White
Cloud White
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
