2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia 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 (454 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sequoia | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 98 L |
