2009 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Stavic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Stavic would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 756 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Stavic | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stavic | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
