2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 206 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | iQ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 32 L |