2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Highlander. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Highlander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |