2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1541 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
