2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1394 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |