2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1189 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
