2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 130 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 494 kg more than 2011 Toyota Venza. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 67 L |