2010 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 589 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Z |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |
