2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Cerato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2620 mm |
