2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Studebaker | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3650 mm |
