2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord 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 169 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
