2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 57 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 546 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (454 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
