2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 784 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
