2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. 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 98 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-150 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 | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3520 mm |