2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Silverado | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
