2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
