2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1996 Rover 800. (174 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1996 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Rover 800 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Silverado | 800 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2780 mm |