Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs Nissan Frontier

Chevy Silverado 1500 vs. Nissan Frontier: Which Truck is Best in Ballston Spa?

If you want a truck that's versatile enough to handle your toughest chores while also being enjoyable to drive in New York, get the new Chevrolet Silverado 1500. This full-size Chevy truck strikes a nice balance between strong workhorse skills and easy-going handling. The Nissan Frontier is a midsize truck that's fairly maneuverable, but it's not as well-rounded as the Silverado 1500. At Mohawk Chevrolet in Ballston Spa, we want you to have a dependable truck that meets all your needs, so we developed the following comparison of these two pickups to assist with your decision.

2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. Nissan Frontier

 Chevrolet Silverado 1500Nissan Frontier
Engine Power310 hp @ 5,600 rpm310 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Engine Torque430 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm281 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
Engine displacement2.7 l3.8 l
Fuel Capacity24.0 gal.21.0 gal.
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine configurationInline 4V6

Size

Seating

The most obvious difference between the Chevy Silverado 1500 and the Nissan Frontier is size. Since the Silverado 1500 is a full-size truck, it has plenty of space for families in Albany, NY to get comfortable. Available in Regular, Double, and Crew Cab, the Silverado 1500 seats up to six passengers comfortably. The Nissan Frontier is a midsize truck, and it's only available in King and Crew Cab. Its maximum seating capacity is five in the Crew Cab version.

Bed Lengths

If you often haul furniture or home improvement supplies in the back of your truck, the Chevy Silverado 1500 is the most logical choice. Sarasota Springs drivers will appreciate the spacious bed options in the Silverado 1500, including an 8-foot Long bed, a six-foot, six-inch Standard bed, and a five-foot, eight-inch Short bed. The Nissan Frontier only offers two beds, a 5-foot or a 6-foot-1-inch bed.

Performance

Engine

The Chevy Silverado 1500 is available with your choice of four engines to get the strength or efficiency you prefer. When equipped with the available 420-horsepower V8, the Silverado 1500 can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in around five and a half seconds, enabling easy passing on the highways around Ballston Spa. The only engine available in the Nissan Frontier is a V6 making 310 horsepower.

Fuel Capacity

The Chevy Silverado 1500 Regular Cab has a 28.3-gallon tank that lets you go a long way beyond New York before needing refueling. The Nissan Frontier's lone fuel tank only holds 21.1 gallons.

Capabilities

You'll have no problem pulling a boat or camper to Albany, NY with the Chevy Silverado 1500. When properly equipped, it can tow up to 13,300 pounds. The Nissan Frontier's maximum towing capacity is just 7,150.

Ride and Handling

Despite its size, the Chevy Silverado 1500 rides like a smaller vehicle, with lightweight steering and minimal body lean around corners. The Nissan Frontier has a smaller turning radius, but its heavy steering and stiff frame make it less nimble than most midsize trucks.

Contact Mohawk Chevrolet to Schedule a Test Drive in a New Silverado 1500

The new Chevy Silverado 1500 is a jack of all trades, with multiple trim levels, engines, cabs, and bed sizes available so you can find your ideal match. At Mohawk Chevrolet in Ballston Spa, we have a wide selection of Silverado 1500 models in our new inventory, and we'll help you sort through your options to find a Silverado 1500 truck that checks all the boxes on your wish list. Contact us to reserve a test drive in a new Chevy Silverado 1500 today.

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    Ballston Spa, NY 12020

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