2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Subaru Justy

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Subaru Justy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Justy. (99 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 251 kg more than 2008 Subaru Justy. 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Justy. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Justy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2008 Subaru Justy
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Silverado Justy
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 353 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 506 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 41 L


 

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