2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Avensis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |