2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 66 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |