2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Geely CK
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Silverado and 2012 Geely CK were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2012 Geely CK. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1750 kg more than 2012 Geely CK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Geely CK. 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 (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Geely CK. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Geely CK has manual transmission. 2012 Geely CK 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 Geely CK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Geely |
| Model | Silverado | CK |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
