2012 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen T5 and 2012 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 659 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen T5 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | T5 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6337 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1965 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 4018 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 136 L |
