2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 223 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
