2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 611 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 73 L |
