2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Fusion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |