2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (325 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 985 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche. 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Silverado | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
