2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 87 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
