2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Chevrolet Epica were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 314 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Epica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Epica. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Epica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
