2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 8 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 161 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 818 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Sonic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 46 L |