2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 (454 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2272 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
