2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1383 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. 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 2001 Lexus IS. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Silverado | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2873 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 66 L |
