2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 3 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, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 643 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |