2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1510 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
