2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Silverado | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
