2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |