2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Lincoln Zephyr
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Zephyr would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Zephyr weights approximately 466 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Lincoln Zephyr | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Silverado | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |