2004 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1514 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Avanti Studebaker | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Studebaker | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 4010 mm |
