2000 Jeep Varsity 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 Jeep Varsity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Varsity would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2000 Jeep Varsity.
Because 2000 Jeep Varsity is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Varsity 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Varsity. (346 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Varsity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Varsity | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | Varsity | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 8032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1971 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3396 mm |
