2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 6 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 191 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 894 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
