2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. 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 2001 Honda Accord. 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) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
