2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 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 (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
