2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 7 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 173 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 789 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:00 |
| 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 Weight | 2094 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
