2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru XT weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 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 Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | XT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
