2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1398 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Silverado | Alpine |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |