2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Silverado | Veracruz |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |