1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Silverado Avensis
Year Released 1999 2001
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2710 mm


 

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