2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 5 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 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 195 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Trafic. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Trafic 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 | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
