2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 850 kg more than 1997 Lancia K. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia K. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Silverado | K |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2365 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
