2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Rover 800. (174 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 950 kg more than 1996 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 800. 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 (455 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 800. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Silverado | 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2780 mm |
