2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 633 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2013 Hyundai Accent
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Silverado Accent
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1117 kg
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 43 L


 

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