2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 252 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 Opel Astra. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 52 L |
