2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 925 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage. 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 2011 Kia Sportage. 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 (454 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5357 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 228 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |