2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 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 31 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza.
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, 2012 Toyota Venza, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Venza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
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 | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 334 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 67 L |