2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1573 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Silverado | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
