2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 975 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | RunX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
