2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 489 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 (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |