2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 435 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (454 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Silverado | Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |