1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 751 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Pilot |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |