2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Roadster 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 200 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart Roadster. 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 (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Silverado | Roadster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |