2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Covie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Covie 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 225 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 328 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. 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 Suzuki Covie. 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) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Silverado | Covie |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
