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 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 129 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 5200 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 958 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 (506 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (328 Nm). 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 | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
