2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 456 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Blackhawk | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 414 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3378 mm |