2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (328 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sienna | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sienna | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
