2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic

To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Silverado and 2012 Chevrolet Sonic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.

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, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 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.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Silverado Sonic
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 315 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual
Vehicle Length 5847 mm 4039 mm
Vehicle Width 2032 mm 1735 mm
Vehicle Height 1875 mm 1516 mm
Wheelbase Size 3645 mm 2525 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 46 L


 

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