1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 69 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet APV | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | APV | Tundra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3710 mm |