2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Vivant would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 219 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vivant | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 129 L |
