2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Hilux |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |