2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs 2012 Nissan Titan

2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2012 Nissan Titan

Select style

2WD Crew Cab 143.5" LS

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
Silverado 1500 2WD Crew Cab 143.5" LS	14	19	$29,755	$31,995
Silverado 1500 2WD Crew Cab 143.5" LT	14	19	$30,476	$32,770
Silverado 1500 2WD Crew Cab 143.5" LTZ	15	21	$36,539	$39,290
Silverado 1500 2WD Crew Cab 143.5" Work Truck	14	19	$28,804	$30,320
Silverado 1500 2WD Crew Cab 143.5" Xtra Fuel Economy	15	22	$32,108	$34,525
Silverado 1500 2WD Ext Cab 143.5" LS	14	19	$27,830	$29,925
Silverado 1500 2WD Ext Cab 143.5" LT	14	19	$28,276	$30,405
Silverado 1500 2WD Ext Cab 143.5" LTZ	15	21	$33,531	$36,055
Silverado 1500 2WD Ext Cab 143.5" Work Truck	15	20	$25,023	$26,340
Silverado 1500 2WD Ext Cab 157.5" LT	15	21	$29,308	$31,515
Silverado 1500 2WD Ext Cab 157.5" LTZ	15	21	$33,810	$36,355
Silverado 1500 2WD Ext Cab 157.5" Work Truck	15	21	$26,961	$28,380
Silverado 1500 2WD Reg Cab 119.0" LT	14	19	$25,621	$27,550
Silverado 1500 2WD Reg Cab 119.0" Work Truck	15	20	$21,307	$22,195
Silverado 1500 2WD Reg Cab 133.0" LT	14	19	$25,737	$27,675
Silverado 1500 2WD Reg Cab 133.0" Work Truck	15	20	$21,681	$22,585
Silverado 1500 4WD Crew Cab 143.5" LS	13	18	$32,708	$35,170
Silverado 1500 4WD Crew Cab 143.5" LT	13	18	$33,452	$35,970
Silverado 1500 4WD Crew Cab 143.5" LTZ	15	21	$39,469	$42,440
Silverado 1500 4WD Crew Cab 143.5" Work Truck	13	18	$31,796	$33,470
Silverado 1500 4WD Ext Cab 143.5" LS	13	18	$30,852	$33,175
Silverado 1500 4WD Ext Cab 143.5" LT	13	18	$31,299	$33,655
Silverado 1500 4WD Ext Cab 143.5" LTZ	15	21	$36,460	$39,205
Silverado 1500 4WD Ext Cab 143.5" Work Truck	13	18	$28,899	$30,420
Silverado 1500 4WD Ext Cab 157.5" LT	15	21	$32,326	$34,760
Silverado 1500 4WD Ext Cab 157.5" LTZ	15	21	$36,739	$39,505
Silverado 1500 4WD Ext Cab 157.5" Work Truck	15	21	$29,953	$31,530
Silverado 1500 4WD Reg Cab 119.0" LT	13	18	$28,932	$31,110
Silverado 1500 4WD Reg Cab 119.0" Work Truck	14	18	$24,609	$25,635
Silverado 1500 4WD Reg Cab 133.0" LT	13	18	$29,211	$31,410
Silverado 1500 4WD Reg Cab 133.0" Work Truck	14	18	$24,897	$25,935
Silverado 1500 Hybrid 2WD Crew Cab 143.5" 1HY	20	23	$37,459	$39,640
Silverado 1500 Hybrid 2WD Crew Cab 143.5" 2HY	20	23	$43,866	$46,420
Silverado 1500 Hybrid 4WD Crew Cab 143.5" 1HY	20	23	$40,483	$42,840
Silverado 1500 Hybrid 4WD Crew Cab 143.5" 2HY	20	23	$46,890	$49,620

Select style

2WD Crew Cab LWB SV

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
Titan 2WD Crew Cab LWB SV	13	18	$30,033	$33,170
Titan 2WD Crew Cab SWB S	13	18	$28,135	$31,070
Titan 2WD Crew Cab SWB SL	13	18	$34,798	$38,440
Titan 2WD Crew Cab SWB SV	13	18	$29,627	$32,720
Titan 2WD King Cab SWB S	13	18	$25,830	$28,520
Titan 2WD King Cab SWB SV	13	18	$27,638	$30,520
Titan 4WD Crew Cab LWB SV	12	17	$32,636	$36,050
Titan 4WD Crew Cab SWB PRO-4X	12	17	$34,644	$38,270
Titan 4WD Crew Cab SWB S	12	17	$30,711	$33,920
Titan 4WD Crew Cab SWB SL	12	17	$37,238	$41,140
Titan 4WD Crew Cab SWB SV	12	17	$32,203	$35,570
Titan 4WD King Cab SWB PRO-4X	12	17	$32,655	$36,070
Titan 4WD King Cab SWB S	12	17	$28,406	$31,370
Titan 4WD King Cab SWB SV	12	17	$30,214	$33,370

Show Only Differences

Pricing

Invoice Price

$29,755

$30,033

Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price

$31,995

$33,170

Monthly Payment Estimate

$533 / month

$553 / month

The Car Connection's Take

TCC Rating

7.4

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7.4

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TCC’s Bottom Line

It counts a savvy Hybrid model in its ranks, but mostly, the 2012 Chevy Silverado appeals to the prosaic truck buyer that doesn't need as much in the way of infotainment.

The 2012 Nissan Titan has held up well over a long lifespan, but its gas mileage, towing and hauling, and performance have fallen to the back of the full-size pickup truck pack.

TCC Likes

Thousands of possible build combinations
Class-leading gas mileage in Hybrids
Even in luxury versions, a real workhorse

Feels quick
Cargo-friendly bed
Good ride and handling

TCC Dislikes

Front seats need some work
Lacks accessories like a factory bedliner
Styling isn't as rugged as the truck really is

Engine noise goes on, and on
Gas mileage is low
No V-6 model

Fuel Economy

City

14 mpg

13 mpg

Highway

19 mpg

18 mpg

Interior Dimensions

Second Head Room (in)

40.5

40.4

Second Shoulder Room (in)

65.1

64.6

Front Leg Room (in)

41.3

41.8

Passenger Capacity

Front Hip Room (in)

62.5

61.3

Second Leg Room (in)

38.7

40.4

Front Head Room (in)

41.2

41.0

Second Hip Room (in)

65.4

60.5

Front Shoulder Room (in)

65.2

65.1

Exterior Dimensions

Ground Clearance, Rear (in)

12.3

10.3

Cab to End of Frame (in)

- TBD -

Height, Overall (in)

73.8

74.7

Ground to Top of Frame (in)

- TBD -

Overhang, Rear w/o bumper (in)

47.2

- TBD -

Wheelbase (in)

143.5

159.5

Ground Clearance, Front (in)

9.0

10.3

Cab to Axle (in)

32.0

- TBD -

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)

80.0

79.5

Ground to Top of Load Floor (in)

32.9

- TBD -

Overhang, Front (in)

39.4

- TBD -

Frame Width, Rear (in)

- TBD -

Front Bumper to Back of Cab (in)

148.9

- TBD -

Length, Overall w/o rear bumper (in)

230.2

244.2

Cargo Area Dimensions

Cargo Box (Area) Height (in)

21.0

19.9

Cargo Volume (ft³)

53.2

- TBD -

Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear (in)

61.5

- TBD -

Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in)

50.6

50.0

Tailgate Width (in)

61.5

- TBD -

Cargo Box Length @ Floor (in)

69.3

87.0

Ext'd Cab Cargo Volume (ft³)

- TBD -

Cargo Box Width @ Floor (in)

62.4

63.8

Brakes

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Brake ABS System (Second Line)

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

12.6 x 0.6

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)

11.61 x 2.36

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

12.99 x 1.18

13.8 x 1.2

Brake Type

Pwr

Fuel Tank

Aux Fuel Tank Location

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)

28.0

Fuel Tank Location

Driver Side

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)

Steering

Steering Ratio (:1), At Lock

- TBD -

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft)

- TBD -

Steering Ratio (:1), On Center

16.73

19.5

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)

47.2

51.2

Steering Type

Pwr

Pwr Rack & Pinion

Tires

Spare Tire Capacity (lbs)

- TBD -

Front Tire Size

P245/70R17

P265/70R18

Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear

- TBD -

Spare Tire Size

P245/70R17

Full-Size

Front Tire Order Code

QU1

Rear Tire Capacity (lbs)

2004

- TBD -

Spare Tire Order Code

Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front

- TBD -

Rear Tire Size

P245/70R17

P265/70R18

Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare

- TBD -

Front Tire Capacity (lbs)

2004

- TBD -

Rear Tire Order Code

QU1

Trailering

Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

Maximum Trailering Capacity (lbs)

6700

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

470

500

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

705

929

Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

4700

5000

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)

4700

9400

Weight Information

Curb Weight - Front (lbs)

3008

2900

Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs)

10000

15099

Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs)

3950

4200

Curb Weight - Rear (lbs)

2091

2372

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs)

6800

7101

Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs)

3650

3699

Wheels

Front Wheel Material

Steel

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Steel

Front Wheel Size (in)

17 x 7.5

18 x 8.0

Spare Wheel Size (in)

17 x - TBD -

18 x 8.0

Rear Wheel Material

Steel

Aluminum

Rear Wheel Size (in)

17 x 7.5

18 x 8.0

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)

- TBD -

12.8

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

600

650

Maximum Alternator Watts

- TBD -

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (2nd)

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

145

130

Engine

Displacement

4.8L/293

5.6L/- TBD -

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

302 @ 5600

317 @ 5200

Engine Type

Gas/Ethanol V8

Gas V8

Fuel System

Electronic Fuel Injection

Engine Oil Cooler

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

305 @ 4600

385 @ 3400

Engine Order Code

L20

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)

Transmission

Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low

Clutch Size (in)

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

1.52

Trans Type

Trans PTO Access

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.83

Trans Description Cont. Again

Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High

Reverse Ratio (:1)

2.29

2.61

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

1.63

2.36

Trans Order Code

M30

Transfer Case Power Take Off

Trans Power Take Off

Drivetrain

Rear Wheel Drive

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.70

1.00

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic

Transfer Case Model

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

First Gear Ratio (:1)

3.06

3.82

Summary

Body Code

E63

159.5" WB

Body Style

Crew Cab 5.8' Wideside

Crew Cab

Vehicle Name

Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Nissan Titan

Suspension

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)

1.42

1.34

Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs)

3950

- TBD -

Spring Capacity - Front (lbs)

3650

- TBD -

Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear

3.23

2.93

Axle Type - Front

Independent

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)

- TBD -

Axle Capacity - Front (lbs)

3650

- TBD -

Suspension Type - Rear

2-stage multi-leaf

Multi-Leaf

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)

Axle Ratio (:1) - Front

Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs)

3950

- TBD -

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)

- TBD -

Axle Type - Rear

Semi-Floating

Dana

Suspension Type - Front

Independent

Double Wishbone

Frame

Frame Type

Hydroformed

Ladder

Emissions

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

11.6

12.2

Crash Test Ratings

Overall Rating

Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Driver

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Passenger

Overall Side Crash Rating

Side Barrier Rating

Side Barrier Rating Driver

Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat

Side Pole Rating Driver Front Seat

Combined Side Rating Front Seat

Combined Side Rating Rear Seat

Rollover Rating

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