2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima 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 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 120 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Optima weights approximately 184 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 Kia Optima. 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 (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |