2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1994 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Supra (326 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1994 Toyota Supra.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Supra. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Supra. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1994 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
