1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 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 51 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
