2009 Kia Optima vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Optima would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Optima | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Optima | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |