2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Smart Roadster
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Smart Roadster 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Smart Roadster. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Silverado | Roadster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 506 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |