2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |