2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Silverado and 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 212 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 5 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 Hyundai Accent, 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Silverado | Accent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |