2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Silverado and 2009 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | HR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |