2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
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 Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2362 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
