1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 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 Length | 5170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
