2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Chrysler LHS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler LHS 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 54 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler LHS. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 979 kg more than 2003 Chrysler LHS. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler LHS. (333 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Chrysler LHS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | LHS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
