1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2005 Kia Amanti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Amanti weights approximately 19 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
