2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 671 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
