2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 8 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 915 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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 2012 Toyota iQ. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | iQ |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 32 L |