2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. Both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado are equipped with a 5,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1559 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.
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, both vehicles can yield 506 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 6100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
