2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2470 mm |
