2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K 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 94 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 437 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia K. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Silverado | K |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
