2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Supra. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Supra weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Supra. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Supra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |