2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2006 Fiat Punto 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) has 221 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Punto 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 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Silverado | Punto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 489 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 47 L |