2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 210 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Honda Fit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Fit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2460 mm |