2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1408 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | W12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
