2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus SC weights approximately 554 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus SC. 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 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Lexus SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Silverado | SC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |