2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 167 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Avalon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |