2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 858 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |