2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 2 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 55 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Azera. (260 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Azera. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Azera. (316 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Silverado | Azera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1622 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |