2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
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 Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 599 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 550 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |