2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 229 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2011 Toyota Sequoia
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Silverado Sequoia
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5357 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 543 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2370 kg 2599 kg
Vehicle Length 5740 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1956 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 3099 mm
Fuel Consumption 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 100 L


 

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