2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2008 Saturn Astra 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 214 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Saturn Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Astra 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 | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Silverado | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 46 L |
