2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 308 kg more than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Silverado | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 94 L |
