2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2610 mm |