2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 314 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Avensis | Silverado |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 129 L |