2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 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 191 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i30. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Silverado | i30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 53 L |
