2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Honda Today
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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today 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 248 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 551 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Today |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |