2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit 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 215 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1649 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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 2001 Honda Fit. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Honda Fit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Fit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |