2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Tuscan. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Silverado | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |