2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 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 190 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1410 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. 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 2006 Toyota Prius. 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
