2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Opel Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Silverado | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1685 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |