2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2006 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 532 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 206, 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Silverado | 206 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |