2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 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 186 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 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 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Silverado | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2560 mm |
