2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 151 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avensis | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 129 L |
