2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1999 Rover 800. 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 1999 Rover 800. 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 (488 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Silverado | 800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2780 mm |
