2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Sienna 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 90 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Sienna. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 801 kg more than 1999 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Sienna. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Sienna |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2910 mm |