2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 202 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1544 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. 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 2009 Toyota Prius. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2874 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
