2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
