2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 887 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1358 kg more than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
| Model | Silverado | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1090 mm |
