2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Equinox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |