2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1309 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |