2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2006 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 60 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Impala |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
