2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Stavic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Stavic would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 485 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Silverado | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
