2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Prizm 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 222 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. 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 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 169 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 | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2470 mm |
