2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2000 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ariel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Atom | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 4010 mm |
