2009 Toyota Aygo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Aygo | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Aygo | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3022 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 98 L |