2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Picnic. 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 (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Picnic. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Picnic 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 | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Picnic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 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 | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |