2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 904 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2720 mm |