2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 3 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 522 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Forte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 52 L |
