2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Silverado and 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 120 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | GTI |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |