2010 Hyundai ix20 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai ix20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai ix20 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1410 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai ix20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix20. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai ix20 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai ix20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Hyundai ix20 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | ix20 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2615 mm | 3380 mm |