2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Matrix.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Matrix.
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2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Hyundai Matrix | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Silverado | Matrix |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |