2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 417 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
