1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 648 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 (401 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
