2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 336 kg more than 2012 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3022 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |