2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Avalon. 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 (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Avalon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |