2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 173 kg more than 1989 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
