2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 186 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Silverado | Gen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
