2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 53 L |
