2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |