2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 830 kg more than 2002 Honda Lagreat. 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, 2002 Honda Lagreat, 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Lagreat.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Lagreat 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Honda Chevrolet
Model Lagreat Silverado
Year Released 2002 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3469 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 2790 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 6580 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 4250 mm


 

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