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 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 118 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 5500 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 204 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (265 Nm @ 4700 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 | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |