2000 Honda City 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 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1850 kg more than 2000 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda City has manual transmission. 2000 Honda City 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 Honda City | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | City | Silverado |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4250 mm |