2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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 156 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 792 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Silverado | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
