2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Chrysler LHS
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Silverado and 2004 Chrysler LHS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 50 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler LHS. (250 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 877 kg more than 2004 Chrysler LHS. 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 2004 Chrysler LHS. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Chrysler LHS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | LHS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
