2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 2004 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Lexus SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Silverado | SC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2700 mm |