2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 971 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 98 L |
