2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 3 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Silverado | Gen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
