2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Honda Accord

To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. 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 163 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 216 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord 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 2010 Honda Accord
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Silverado Accord
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 353 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 506 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1477 kg
Vehicle Length 6340 mm 4849 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 4010 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 70 L


 

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