2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 vs. 2024 Nissan Frontier Review

Picture of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

2024 Chevrolet
Silverado 2500

MSRP*: $44,400 to $72,200
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Picture of the 2024 Nissan Frontier

2024 Nissan
Frontier

MSRP*: $30,510 to $43,380
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MPG - City Info not available 17 - 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 22 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 3 - 6 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 69.5 - 83.5 ft3 40.1 - 49.6 ft3
Engine
  • 470-hp, 6.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 401 hp 310 hp
Towing Capacity 14,500 - 20,000 lbs 6,180 - 6,690 lbs
Exterior Length 235.6 - 266.1 in 210.2 - 224.1 in
Exterior Width 81.8 - 81.9 in 73.0 - 74.7 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 35.2 - 43.4 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 26.2 - 33.2 in
Head Room Front 43.0 - 43.1 in
Rear 39.9 - 40.1 in
Front 39.7 - 39.9 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 than the Nissan Frontier. The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Nissan Frontier.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Frontier, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is much wider than the Nissan Frontier, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Silverado 2500, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Frontier.

Handling
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Nissan Frontier, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is clearly the choice over the Nissan Frontier for pulling heavy loads. The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has a little more horsepower than the Nissan Frontier.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the Nissan Frontier.

Utility
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 offers a little more seating capacity than the Nissan Frontier, making it a better choice for those who often have a crew with them. You'll be able to haul more material in the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 than the Nissan Frontier, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.