2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. 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 212 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Silverado | i30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
