2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2740 mm |
