2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 6 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 199 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Kia Forte. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2013 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 | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Forte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |
