2011 Chevrolet Volt vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Volt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Volt weights approximately 454 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. 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 (498 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. (370 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Volt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Volt | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Volt | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 332 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4498 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 2.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 2.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 98 L |
