2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3440 mm |
