2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1585 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Highlander 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Toyota Chevrolet
Model Highlander Silverado
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3546 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 336 Nm 516 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1384 kg 2969 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 6337 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 2032 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1965 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 4018 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 136 L


 

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