2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima 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 130 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 17 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |