2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 723 kg more than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2880 mm |
