2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 9,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (770 HP) has 470 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 283 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (926 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (489 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2000 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Silverado Camaro
Year Released 2006 2000
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 9371 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 300 HP 770 HP
Torque 489 Nm 926 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 114.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 114.3 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1187 kg
Vehicle Width 2450 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 4250 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 64 L


 

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