2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Honda S-MX

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX 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 185 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.

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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1996 Honda S-MX
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Silverado S-MX
Year Released 2008 1996
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 1973 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 315 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 458 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 6330 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 4010 mm 2510 mm


 

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