2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 339 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Accord |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5222 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3022 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
