2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Accord 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 (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 183 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord 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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2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |