2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |