2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
