2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Stavic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Stavic would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 773 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Silverado | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
