2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 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 | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |