2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 780 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (454 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |