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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 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. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 289 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2470 mm |
