2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1571 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2873 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
