2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Chrysler Neon
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2006 Chrysler Neon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Neon.
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, 2006 Chrysler Neon, 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Neon. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Chrysler Neon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Silverado | Neon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 47 L |