2004 Ariel Atom vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ariel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Atom | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3890 mm |
