2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Lexus GX
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 49 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 969 kg more than 2007 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GX. (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Lexus GX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Silverado | GX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2874 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 87 L |