Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic vs. Nissan Frontier
When comparing the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic's and the Nissan Frontier's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Nissan Frontier has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic's and the Nissan Frontier's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic is a better car than the Nissan Frontier.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic vs. Nissan Frontier Pricing
A used 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic ranges from $4,999 to $15,992 while a used 2007 Nissan Frontier is priced between $6,495 to $14,000.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic’s base engine makes 195 horsepower, and the Nissan Frontier base engine makes 152 horsepower. The Silverado 1500 Classic is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles. The Frontier is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 485 miles.This gives the Nissan Frontier the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the Nissan Frontier is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic offers bed lengths of 69.2, 78.7, and 97.6 inches, and the Nissan Frontier offers bed lengths of 59.5, 73.2, 73.3 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Nissan Frontier has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
4999 - 15992
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6495 - 14000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.277589
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Frontier Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.041259 / 10
Reliability:
8.123778 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic Rankings
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Nissan Frontier Rankings
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7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
69.2 inches, 78.7 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
59.5 inches, 73.2 inches, 73.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic Trim Levels
LS, LS2, LT1, LT2, LT3, Work Truck
Nissan Frontier Trim Levels
LE, Nismo, SE, XE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
195 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
4000 lbs
Max Payload:
1889 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
152 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
171 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1001 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 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 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
401 / 485 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
25.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4211 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
71.2 inches
Length:
205.7 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3675 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
69.7 inches
Length:
205.5 inches
Wheelbase:
125.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
10.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/75R15