2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 MG ZT-T
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2006 MG ZT-T 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 113 more horse power than 2006 MG ZT-T. (187 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2006 MG ZT-T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 MG ZT-T. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZT-T. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZT-T. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 MG ZT-T has manual transmission. 2006 MG ZT-T 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 MG ZT-T | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Silverado | ZT-T |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |