2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (285 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 354 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Silverado | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
