2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 88 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |