2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 827 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |