2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 819 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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 (515 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |