2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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) has 105 more horse power than 2005 GMC Savana. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 GMC Savana. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Savana. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Savana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
