2005 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. (293 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Grandeur | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Grandeur | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |