2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 142 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Impala |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
