2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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. Both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2012 Chevrolet Silverado are equipped with a 5,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1710 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
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 | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 129 L |