2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Silverado | SP-4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2340 mm |
