2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Silverado | Tucson |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 58 L |