2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 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 175 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 624 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Silverado | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
