2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1725 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
