2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | MR2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2460 mm |