2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Getz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 192 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1402 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Getz. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Getz. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Getz 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 | 2007 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Silverado | Getz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
