2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Altezza 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 226 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 994 kg more than 2000 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Altezza has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Altezza 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 | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
