1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 12 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 975 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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 2011 Toyota iQ. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | iQ |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2000 mm |