2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 670 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
