2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 570 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | RunX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
