2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 98 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 661 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |