2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar 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 137 more horse power than 1998 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1333 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Telstar 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
