2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Silverado | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
