2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Carens would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 796 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Carens |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1793 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
