2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 6 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 349 kg more than 2010 Lexus LS.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus LS. 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 (515 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus LS. (497 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Silverado | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 84 L |
