2012 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 2 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP) has 252 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. 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 (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Optra 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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2012 Chevrolet Optra 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Optra Silverado
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 360 HP
Torque 151 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
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 Weight 2385 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 6580 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 4250 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 129 L