2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 286 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2470 mm |