2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4Runner | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 8032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3396 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 136 L |
