2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Silverado | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 231 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |