2005 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 337 kg more than 2005 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Statesman | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Statesman | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3023 mm |
