2011 Toyota Matrix vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Matrix | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matrix | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
