2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 808 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2365 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |