2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (288 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 552 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
