2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 423 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Prius | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prius | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
