2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 689 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | iQ |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 32 L |