2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 199 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 12 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
