2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 53 L |
