2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 8 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 213 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 760 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Orlando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2760 mm |