2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
